Temperature in Uganda in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Uganda this January.

Uganda, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 23°C (73°F) in Kisoro to 34°C (93°F) in Murchison Falls National Park. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Murchison Falls National Park and 14°C (57°F) in Kisoro.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Uganda in January?

Explore the map below to discover average January temperatures at the top destinations in Uganda. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in Uganda in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Uganda temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Uganda in January?

Average daytime highs in Uganda during January reach about 27°C (81°F) in Kampala.

How cold does it get at night in Uganda in January?

Nighttime temperatures in Kampala typically drop to around 20°C (68°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in Uganda?

According to our recent database analysis, Murchison Falls National Park is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 34°C (93°F) and rarely drops below 21°C (70°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in January in Uganda?

Our database indicates that in January, Kisoro is the city with the coolest temperatures in Uganda. You can expect daytime highs of 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows close to 14°C (57°F).

How much sun does Uganda get in January?

Across Uganda, sunshine in January ranges from moderately sunny in Kabale (149 hours) to sunny in Gulu (276 hours).

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