Kampala, UgandaQuick decision
When to visit Kampala?
🌞 Best time overall
January
🌡️ Optimal temperature
18°C–27°C in January
🌧 Least rain
43% rainy days in January
🌧 Wettest month
April (88%)
📅 Best score
8.1/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Bwindi gorillasJun–Sep — trek from Kampala, UNESCO impenetrable forest.
Buganda Royal TombsYear-round — UNESCO Kasubi site, royal culture.
Rolex wraps & street foodYear-round — omelette rolled in chapati, matoke, local cuisine.
BudgetJun–Aug — dry season, cheaper safaris and lodges.
Monthly climate data
Kampala weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 18°C | 27°C | 43% | 1.9 | 11.9h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 18°C | 28°C | 51% | 2.3 | 11.9h | 8.0/10 |
| ⛅ March | 19°C | 27°C | 68% | 3.9 | 11.7h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 18°C | 25°C | 88% | 6.5 | 10.2h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ May | 18°C | 25°C | 80% | 4.3 | 11.2h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ June | 17°C | 25°C | 61% | 2.9 | 11.7h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 17°C | 25°C | 40% | 2.1 | 11.6h | 7.9/10 |
| ⛅ August | 17°C | 26°C | 63% | 3.3 | 11.5h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ September | 17°C | 26°C | 74% | 3.7 | 11.2h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ October | 18°C | 26°C | 77% | 4.6 | 10.5h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ November | 18°C | 26°C | 78% | 5.8 | 10.4h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ December | 17°C | 26°C | 64% | 3.3 | 11.3h | 7.4/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 26°C, 79% rainy days, 11.0h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 25°C, 55% rainy days, 11.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.6/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 26°C, 76% rainy days, 10.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.1/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 27°C, 53% rainy days, 11.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.8/10.
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FAQ
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January is ideal with 43% rainy days and 27°C.
April is the wettest month with 88% rainy days.
Yes, January is the best month with an average of 27°C.
In winter, the average score is 7.8/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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