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Kampala weather in December (Uganda)

What does the weather outlook for Kampala look like in December? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

In December, Kampala typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 26°C, while nights can cool down to about 20°C.

Precipitation

Kampala in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 143 mm for the month. Typically around 15 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 126 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a great time to visit. 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 December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 143 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 72%  
SunshineSunshine 126 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Uganda in December

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

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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?

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