Geography of Uganda
Geography of Uganda: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Uganda
Lake Victoria is 97 mi to the south, Maasai Mara National Reserve is 207 mi to the south-east, Rwanda is 235 mi to the south-west and Serengeti National Park is 242 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 0°20′51.4″N 32°34′57″E (0.3476, 32.5825)
Quick facts about Uganda
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 0°20′51.4″N 32°34′57″E (0.3476, 32.5825) |
| Capital | Kampala |
| Population | 48.000.000 |
| Area | 93.065 sq mi |
| ISO code | UG |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | UGA |
| Currency | Ugandan shilling (UGX) |
| Languages | English, Swahili |
| Calling code | +256 |
| Time zone | Africa/Kampala |
| Local time | 12:27 PM (UTC+03:00) |
| Best months | January, February, June, July, August, September and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Uganda is a country in Africa. Uganda is a country in Africa with its capital at Kampala. It has a population of about 48 million. The capital is Kampala.
Right now it is 76°F (24°C) in Uganda with light drizzle. It feels like 82°F. Today runs from 63°F to 79°F. Chance of precipitation is 53%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Uganda is January, February, June, July, August, September and December. The climate is temperate. April, October and November tend to be the least comfortable months. September is the warmest month with average highs near 82°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 63°F.
Nearby highlights include Lake Victoria, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Serengeti National Park and Serengeti National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 79°F is in line with the 80°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Uganda today at 9.5/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Uganda month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82° | 64° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 82° | 65° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 81° | 66° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 79° | 65° | 7,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 78° | 65° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 79° | 65° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 80° | 64° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 80° | 63° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 82° | 64° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 81° | 64° | 6,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 80° | 64° | 7,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 80° | 64° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Uganda?
Uganda is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are 0.3476, 32.5825. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Uganda right now?
It is currently 76°F (24°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 67% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Uganda?
January, February, June, July, August, September and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Uganda, which has a temperate climate. April, October and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Uganda in?
Uganda observes Africa/Kampala (UTC+03:00). The local time is 12:27 PM.
How many people live in Uganda?
Uganda has a population of approximately 48 million.
What are the top things to do in Uganda?
Popular options include Lake Victoria, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Serengeti National Park and Serengeti National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 12:27 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
