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Central Uganda Weather in March

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

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Kampala Entebbe Jinja Njeru

Thinking about venturing to Central Uganda, Uganda this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Central Uganda in March

Central Uganda, Uganda is a region in Uganda. March in Central Uganda generally has warm temperatures, with heavy 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 March, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Kampala with an average of 175 mm (6.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Njeru with 197 mm (7.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Kampala typically sees 158 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Central Uganda in March

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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Central Uganda, Uganda?

Temperature range in Central Uganda (March)

Precipitation variation in Central Uganda (March)

Kampala

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

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
158 hours
118 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
175 mm (6.9 in)
240 mm (9.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
18 days
23 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Kampala →

Entebbe

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

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
205 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
134 mm (5.3 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
252 mm (9.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
19 days
23 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Entebbe →

Jinja

In March Jinja generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
158 hours
118 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
195 mm (7.7 in)
265 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
17 days
22 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Jinja →

Njeru

In March Njeru generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
158 hours
118 hours
Monthly rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
267 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
17 days
22 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Njeru →

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

In our records: Uganda March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Uganda in our climate database (2005 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest March day in Uganda reached 41°C (106°F) in Masindi on March 23, 2012.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kampala 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 175 mm (6.9 in)
Entebbe 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 187 mm (7.4 in)
Jinja 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 195 mm (7.7 in)
Njeru 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 197 mm (7.8 in)

Central Uganda weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

March in Central Uganda, Uganda brings pleasant weather. In Kampala, daytime temperatures are typically around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime lows hover near 20°C (68°F).

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

Average temperatures in Central Uganda, Uganda during March range from a nighttime low near 20°C (68°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Kampala.

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

Rainfall in Central Uganda, Uganda peaks during March. Kampala averages roughly 175 mm (6.9 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

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

We consider March to be one of the best times to travel to Central Uganda, Uganda. Typically, the climate in Kampala is pleasant. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October and December provide pleasant weather in Kampala. The weather in April and May, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Central Uganda.

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