- Temperature
- 19–28°C
Updated September 2026 · Sources cited: weather-and-climate.com, wanderlog.com
Good to know
Good to Know
- Temperatures remain comfortable year-round with minimal seasonal variation; clothing choices are driven more by rainfall patterns than temperature swings.
- The distinction between 'peak' and 'off-peak' months is rainfall-based, not tourist-based — tourism peaks during dry seasons, but city-based activities are feasible in any season.
- High humidity is constant. Even during the 'drier' months, humidity remains elevated due to Lake Victoria's influence.
- Daily temperature fluctuation averages 6–8°C; nights consistently offer relief from warm daytime heat.
- April stands out as genuinely wet (23+ rainy days); plan key activities outside this month if rainfall avoidance is critical. September through November also bring frequent rain.
- Equatorial sun intensity is high year-round — sunscreen and sun protection are essential even on overcast days.
Peak Month
- Month
- February
Daytime High
- Celsius
- 28
- Fahrenheit
- 82
Nighttime Low
- Celsius
- 20
- Fahrenheit
- 68
Off Peak Month
- Month
- July
Daytime High
- Celsius
- 26
- Fahrenheit
- 79
Nighttime Low
- Celsius
- 19
- Fahrenheit
- 66
Humidity
High throughout the year. November records the highest relative humidity at approximately 86%, while February experiences the lowest at approximately 76%.
Snow Risk
None — equatorial location and consistently warm temperatures make snow impossible.
Climate Type
Tropical rainforest climate (Köppen Af) — warm, humid, and consistently stable.
Rainfall Patterns
First Dry Season
- Months
- June to August
- Description
- Dry season with minimal rainfall. July is the driest month with approximately 104 mm (4.1 in) over 11 rainy days.
Long Rainy Season
- Months
- March to May
- Description
- Primary wet season with heaviest rainfall. April is the wettest month, receiving approximately 240 mm (9.4 in) over 23 rainy days.
Second Dry Season
- Months
- December to February
- Description
- Shorter dry season with relatively low rainfall. January is the driest overall with only 18 mm (0.71 in).
Short Rainy Season
- Months
- September to November
- Description
- Secondary wet season with moderate to heavy rainfall.
Best Time To Visit
June to August (main dry season) and December to February (secondary dry season). January and February offer the lowest humidity levels at approximately 72%.
Precipitation Annual Mm
1887
Seasonal Characteristics
Temperature variation is minimal and stable — only about 2°C difference between warmest and coolest months. Kampala's elevation (1,100 m / 3,600 ft) and proximity to Lake Victoria moderate temperature extremes. Even during rainy seasons, rain typically comes as short downpours followed by sunshine; it is rare to experience continuous rainfall.
Precipitation Annual Inches
74
Sources cited for this category
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Data last updated September 2026 · Verify anything important.