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Jinja Weather in August

August in Jinja brings high temperatures around 27°C (81°F) during the day, dropping to 19°C (66°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 147 mm (5.8 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Jinja in August

Typically around 14 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 147 mm (5.8 in) for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Jinja in August

Jinja in August gets highs of 27°C (81°F) during the day and drops to 19°C (66°F) at night. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights drop to around 19°C (66°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Jinja in August

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 156 hours of sunlight expected. This means a decent mix of sun and overcast.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Jinja Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C (81°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 147 mm (5.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
SunshineSunshine 156 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Kampala, Uganda (70 KM, 43 Miles).

Historical weather for Jinja in August

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 August

Our historical data for Jinja spans 2005 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.

  • The warmest day in August was on August 14, 2009, with a maximum of 30°C (86°F).
  • The lowest daytime temperature in August was 18°C (64°F), recorded on August 27, 2005.
  • The coldest night in August in Jinja was on August 11, 2011, with a minimum of 16°C (61°F).

Best Places in Uganda in August

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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 August

Warm but pleasant conditions in Jinja in August. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Jinja in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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