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Masaka Weather in August

During August, Masaka experiences high daytime temperatures of 27°C (81°F) and cooler nights around 18°C (64°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 83 mm (3.3 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Masaka in August

You can typically expect 12 days of rain this month, averaging around 83 mm (3.3 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Masaka in August

Masaka has perfect weather in August, with days reaching 27°C (81°F) and nights cooling to 18°C (64°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights drop to around 18°C (64°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.

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

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Masaka Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C (64°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C (81°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 83 mm (3.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  

Historical weather for Masaka in August

Browse day-by-day weather records for Masaka spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Masaka historical weather extremes in August

Based on 19 years of weather observations in Masaka between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.

  • On August 16, 2023, temperatures climbed to 31°C (88°F), marking the warmest August day on record.
  • On August 18, 2025, Masaka saw its coldest August day with temperatures maxing out at 21°C (70°F).
  • Masaka registered its coldest August night on August 25, 2021, with temperatures dropping to 14°C (57°F).
  • The wettest August day on record brought 21 mm (0.8 in) of precipitation to Masaka (August 24, 2016).

Best Places in Uganda in August

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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 (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 Masaka in August

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. 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). High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho.

What To Do in Masaka in August

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

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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