Ssese Islands Weather in October

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

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Kalangala Bugombe

Planning a trip to the Ssese Islands, Uganda this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Ssese Islands in October

The Ssese Islands, Uganda is a region in Uganda. October 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.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Kalangala with an average of 180 mm (7.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Bugombe with 204 mm (8 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in October. Kalangala typically receives 201 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in the Ssese Islands in October

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

Temperature range in the Ssese Islands (October)

Precipitation variation in the Ssese Islands (October)

Kalangala

In October 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 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)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
201 hours
198 hours
Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
180 mm (7.1 in)
222 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
20 days
21 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Kalangala →

Bugombe

In October Bugombe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant 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
151 mm (5.9 in)
204 mm (8 in)
250 mm (9.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
19 days
21 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Bugombe →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kalangala 26°C (79°F) 22°C (72°F) 180 mm (7.1 in)
Bugombe 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 204 mm (8 in)

The Ssese Islands weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

the Ssese Islands, Uganda typically experiences pleasant weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kalangala average around 26°C (79°F), and temperatures drop to about 22°C (72°F) at night.

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

Kalangala averages a daytime maximum of 26°C (79°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 22°C (72°F).

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

Yes. October brings heavy rainfall to the Ssese Islands, Uganda, with Kalangala averaging around 180 mm (7.1 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit the Ssese Islands, Uganda with overall pleasant weather in Kalangala. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit the Ssese Islands, Uganda is in July with generally perfect weather in Kalangala. On the other hand, the month of April tends to have poor weather conditions.

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