Uganda Weather Forecast
Uganda weather: 76°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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.
Weather in Uganda right now
Use SPF 30+, a hat and sunglasses; seek shade near midday.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:21 AM, Aug 21 local time.
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Next 24 hours
Hour-by-hour temperature, precipitation chance and wind.
16-day forecast for Uganda
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Aug 21 | 🌧️ Showers | 79° / 63° | 53% · 0,2 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Aug 22 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 83° / 64° | 49% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 83° / 65° | 67% · 0,1 in | 10 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 81° / 66° | 65% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 82° / 65° | 75% · 0,2 in | 11 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 83° / 65° | 30% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 82° / 66° | 33% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 82° / 65° | 55% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 80° / 68° | 39% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 81° / 67° | 47% · 0,0 in | 7 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 82° / 66° | 39% | 11 mph | 9 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 83° / 68° | 55% | 7 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 84° / 68° | 61% | 9 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 80° / 69° | 75% · 0,2 in | 4 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 82° / 68° | 71% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 91° / 69° | 19% | 14 mph | 10 |
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).
Weather map for Uganda
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Air quality and pollen in Uganda
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
Sun, twilight and moon
Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.
Best time to visit Uganda
Go in January, February, June, July, August, September and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: April, October and November - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
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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 11:21 AM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 11:21 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
