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Central Uganda Weather in October

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

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Kampala Entebbe Jinja Njeru

Planning a getaway to Central Uganda, Uganda this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Central Uganda in October

Central Uganda, Uganda is a region in Uganda. October in Central Uganda generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) in Kampala.

For specific regional insights in Central Uganda, Uganda, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Entebbe with an average of 151 mm (5.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Njeru with 204 mm (8 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Kampala as an example - it receives around 157 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Central Uganda in October

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

Temperature range in Central Uganda (October)

Precipitation variation in Central Uganda (October)

Kampala

In October Kampala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
157 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
177 mm (7 in)
195 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Kampala →

Entebbe

In October Entebbe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
201 hours
198 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
19 days
21 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Entebbe →

Jinja

In October Jinja 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 unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
157 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
164 mm (6.5 in)
201 mm (7.9 in)
217 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Jinja →

Njeru

In October Njeru 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 unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
157 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
168 mm (6.6 in)
204 mm (8 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Njeru →

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

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kampala 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 177 mm (7 in)
Entebbe 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Jinja 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 201 mm (7.9 in)
Njeru 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 204 mm (8 in)

Central Uganda weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Expect pleasant weather across Central Uganda, Uganda in October. The popular destination of Kampala averages 26°C (79°F) by day and 19°C (66°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Central Uganda, Uganda during October range from a nighttime low near 19°C (66°F) to a daytime high around 26°C (79°F) in Kampala.

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

Rainfall in Central Uganda, Uganda peaks during October. Kampala averages roughly 177 mm (7 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

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

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Central Uganda, Uganda with overall pleasant weather in Kampala. 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. On the other hand, the weather in April and May tend to be unpleasant.

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