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Jinja Weather in April
April in Jinja brings high temperatures around 27°C (81°F) during the day, dropping to 20°C (68°F) at night, with the most rainfall of the year.
Rainfall in Jinja in April
Jinja is in the rainy season in April, with rain on around 22 days and an average of 265 mm (10 in). The rainy season here brings regular, substantial showers. It's worth being prepared for rain on most days you're out.
Temperature in Jinja in April
In April, Jinja gets high temperatures, with highs of 27°C (81°F). Nights cool to around 20°C (68°F). This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. Nights remain mild at 20°C (68°F), making evenings a pleasant time to be outdoors.
Sunshine in Jinja in April
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 118 hours of sunlight expected. Even though this month is part of the rainy season, you could still see the sun every now and then.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Jinja. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Jinja Temperature in April
Min Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Max Temperature
27°C (81°F)
Chance of Rain
74%
Precipitation
265 mm (10 in)
Rainy days
22 days
Humidity
77% *
Sunshine
118 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Kampala, Uganda (70 KM, 43 Miles).
Jinja Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Jinja in April
Browse day-by-day weather records for Jinja spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Jinja historical weather extremes in April
Based on weather observations in Jinja between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during April.
- On April 6, 2019, temperatures climbed to 31°C (88°F), marking the warmest April day on record.
- The coldest April day was on April 12, 2009, with a maximum of 22°C (72°F).
- Jinja registered its coldest April night on April 8, 2011, with temperatures dropping to 16°C (61°F).
- The wettest day in April Jinja was on April 20, 2020 with 59 mm (2.3 in) of precipitation.
Best Places in Uganda in April
Find out more about the weather in Uganda and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Uganda in April →
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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).
What to Wear in Jinja in April
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in April. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
What To Do in Jinja in April
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming7/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
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