Kampala

Central Uganda Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Central Uganda, Uganda in January.

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Kampala Entebbe Jinja Njeru

Considering a trip to Central Uganda, Uganda this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Central Uganda in January

Central Uganda, Uganda is a region in Uganda. January in Central Uganda generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) in Kampala.

To explore the conditions in Central Uganda, Uganda in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Kampala with an average of 115 mm (4.5 in) to high rainfall in Njeru with 130 mm (5.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Kampala, you can expect around 157 hours of sunlight in January, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in Central Uganda in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Central Uganda.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Central Uganda

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Central Uganda, Uganda?

Temperature range in Central Uganda (January)

Precipitation variation in Central Uganda (January)

Kampala

In January Kampala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
126 hours
157 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
143 mm (5.6 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Kampala →

Entebbe

In January Entebbe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
233 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
154 mm (6.1 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Entebbe →

Jinja

In January Jinja generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
126 hours
157 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Jinja →

Njeru

In January Njeru generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
126 hours
157 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
167 mm (6.6 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Njeru →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Central Uganda, in Uganda.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Central Uganda in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kampala 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Entebbe 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Jinja 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Njeru 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)

Central Uganda weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Central Uganda, Uganda in January?

In January, Central Uganda, Uganda generally has pleasant weather conditions. Kampala sees daytime temperatures near 27°C (81°F), with nights cooling to roughly 20°C (68°F).

What is the average temperature in Central Uganda, Uganda in January?

Kampala averages a daytime maximum of 27°C (81°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 20°C (68°F).

Does Central Uganda, Uganda get a lot of rain in January?

Yes, January tends to be a wetter month in Central Uganda, Uganda. Average rainfall in Kampala sits around 115 mm (4.5 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Central Uganda, Uganda?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Central Uganda, Uganda. Typically, the climate in Kampala is pleasant. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October and December provide pleasant weather in Kampala. On the other hand, the months of April and May tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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