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Uganda Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Uganda in December.

Planning a journey to Uganda this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Uganda in December

The weather in Uganda in December can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from warm to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Kisoro at 23°C (73°F) to very warm in Murchison Falls National Park at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Murchison Falls National Park and 14°C (57°F) in Kisoro.

For a closer look at conditions across Uganda, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Kidepo Valley National Park with an average of 26 mm (1 in) to heavy rainfall in Kasese with 415 mm (16 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Kampala gets around 126 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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Best Places to Visit in Uganda in December

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Uganda

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Temperature range in Uganda (December)

Precipitation variation in Uganda (December)

Kampala

In December Kampala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
126 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
195 mm (7.7 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Entebbe

In December Entebbe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
211 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
194 mm (7.6 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Jinja

In December Jinja generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
126 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
217 mm (8.5 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Mbarara

In December Mbarara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Masaka

In December Masaka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
102 mm (4 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Uganda in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kampala 26°C (79°F) 20°C (68°F) 143 mm (5.6 in)
Entebbe 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)
Mbarara 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Gulu 32°C (90°F) 20°C (68°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Kasese 27°C (81°F) 17°C (63°F) 415 mm (16 in)
Kisoro 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 240 mm (9.4 in)

Uganda weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Uganda in December?

In December, Uganda generally has very good weather conditions. Kampala sees daytime temperatures near 26°C (79°F), with nights cooling to roughly 20°C (68°F).

What is the average temperature in Uganda in December?

Kampala averages a daytime maximum of 26°C (79°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 20°C (68°F).

Does Uganda get a lot of rain in December?

Kampala typically receives notable rainfall in December, about 143 mm (5.6 in) on average across Uganda.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Uganda?

We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to Uganda. Typically, the climate in Kampala is very good. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October and December offering mostly very good weather in Kampala. On the other hand, the weather in April and May tend to be mixed.

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