Best Time to Visit Kampala
Best time: Feb, Jan, Jul, Jun.
Jan is warmest (28.4°C high); Apr is rainiest (187 mm).
Kampala weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 28.4 | 16.5 | 73 | 7.8 |
| Feb | 28.4 | 16.7 | 69 | 8.1 |
| Mar | 27.9 | 17 | 134 | 8.1 |
| Apr | 26.7 | 17.1 | 187 | 7.7 |
| May | 26.4 | 16.6 | 162 | 7.3 |
| Jun | 26.1 | 16 | 82 | 7 |
| Jul | 25.7 | 15.4 | 68 | 6.7 |
| Aug | 26.1 | 15.5 | 87 | 7 |
| Sep | 26.9 | 15.8 | 112 | 7.7 |
| Oct | 27.2 | 16.3 | 133 | 7.7 |
| Nov | 27.2 | 16.6 | 148 | 7.6 |
| Dec | 27.3 | 16.4 | 93 | 7.7 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: FebJanJulJun
Beaches: FebJanJulJun
Hiking: JulFebJanJun
Sightseeing: FebJanJulJun
Kampala quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Kampala?
Feb, Jan, Jul, Jun.
What is the rainiest month?
Apr, about 187 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jan, with average highs of 28.4°C.
Where to stay
See Kampala hotels · Book Kampala tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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