Ssese Islands Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Ssese Islands, Uganda in December.

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Kalangala Bugombe

Planning a getaway to the Ssese Islands, Uganda this December 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 the Ssese Islands in December

The Ssese Islands, Uganda is a region in Uganda. December in the Ssese Islands generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Kalangala.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Kalangala with an average of 186 mm (7.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Bugombe with 205 mm (8.1 in).

Average sunshine

December brings good sunshine to many areas. Kalangala sees around 211 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in the Ssese Islands in December

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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 the Ssese Islands

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in the Ssese Islands, Uganda?

Temperature range in the Ssese Islands (December)

Precipitation variation in the Ssese Islands (December)

Kalangala

In December Kalangala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
211 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
222 mm (8.7 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Kalangala →

Bugombe

In December Bugombe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
211 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
250 mm (9.8 in)
205 mm (8.1 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Bugombe →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Ssese Islands in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kalangala 26°C (79°F) 22°C (72°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)
Bugombe 26°C (79°F) 22°C (72°F) 205 mm (8.1 in)

The Ssese Islands weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Ssese Islands, Uganda in December?

Expect tolerable weather across the Ssese Islands, Uganda in December. The popular destination of Kalangala averages 26°C (79°F) by day and 22°C (72°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Ssese Islands, Uganda in December?

Average temperatures in the Ssese Islands, Uganda during December range from a nighttime low near 22°C (72°F) to a daytime high around 26°C (79°F) in Kalangala.

Does the Ssese Islands, Uganda get a lot of rain in December?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Kalangala records an average of 186 mm (7.3 in) in December, putting it among the wetter months for the Ssese Islands, Uganda.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Ssese Islands, Uganda?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit the Ssese Islands, Uganda with overall tolerable weather in Kalangala. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly perfect weather in Kalangala. On the other hand, the weather in April tends to be poor.

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