Uganda

Uganda Weather in January

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

Thinking about venturing to Uganda this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Uganda in January

Uganda offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In January, one might encounter 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 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Murchison Falls National Park and 14°C (57°F) in Kisoro.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Uganda, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Arua with an average of 15 mm (0.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Kasese with 305 mm (12 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Kampala gets around 157 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.

Explore Uganda by month

Best Places to Visit in Uganda in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Uganda.

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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

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Uganda?

Temperature range in Uganda (January)

Precipitation variation in Uganda (January)

Kampala

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

December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°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
126 hours
157 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
143 mm (5.6 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Entebbe

In January Entebbe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
233 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
154 mm (6.1 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Jinja

In January Jinja generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
126 hours
157 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Mbarara

In January Mbarara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Masaka

In January Masaka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kampala 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Entebbe 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Mbarara 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Gulu 33°C (91°F) 21°C (70°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Kasese 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 305 mm (12 in)
Kisoro 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 182 mm (7.2 in)

Uganda weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Uganda in January?

In January, Uganda generally has pleasant weather conditions. Kampala sees daytime temperatures near 27°C (81°F), with nights cooling to roughly 20°C (68°F).

What is the average temperature in Uganda in January?

Average temperatures in Uganda during January range from a nighttime low near 20°C (68°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Kampala.

Does Uganda get a lot of rain in January?

Kampala typically receives notable rainfall in January, about 115 mm (4.5 in) on average across Uganda.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Uganda?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Uganda. Typically, the climate in Kampala is pleasant. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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

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