Kampala weather in April (Uganda)

What does the weather outlook for Kampala look like in April? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In April, the weather in Kampala generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 26°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 20°C.

Precipitation

Kampala in April falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 240 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 23 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 118 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Kampala. January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April and May tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kampala climate page with graphs.

 

Kampala, monthly averages in April

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 76%  

Precipitation 240 mm  

Rainy days 23 days  

Humidity 77%  

Sunshine 118 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Uganda in April

Find out more about the weather in Uganda and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Kampala.

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