Uganda Weather Forecast
Uganda weather: 73°F, clear. 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 73°F (23°C) in Uganda with clear. It feels like 76°F. Today runs from 65°F to 84°F. Chance of precipitation is 35%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.8/10 - excellent - go now.
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 64°F.
Nearby highlights include Lake Victoria, Maasai Mara National Reserve and Serengeti National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 84°F is 2.9°F above the 81°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Uganda today at 8.8/10. 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
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:15 PM, Oct 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Oct 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 84° / 65° | 35% · 0,0 in | 7 mph | 10 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 82° / 66° | 88% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 10 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 83° / 65° | 86% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 10 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 80° / 67° | 58% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 80° / 65° | 71% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 78° / 67° | 84% · 0,2 in | 5 mph | 10 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | 🌦️ Light showers | 77° / 65° | 100% · 0,7 in | 6 mph | 10 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | 🌦️ Light showers | 75° / 66° | 100% · 0,9 in | 4 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 77° / 66° | 99% · 0,4 in | 7 mph | 9 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 75° / 65° | 80% · 0,5 in | 5 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 74° / 65° | 89% · 0,4 in | 7 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 75° / 66° | 86% · 0,4 in | 6 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 16 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 78° / 65° | 86% · 0,4 in | 6 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Oct 17 | 🌦️ Light showers | 74° / 65° | 95% · 0,6 in | 4 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Oct 18 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 75° / 66° | 90% · 0,3 in | 3 mph | 10 |
| Mon, Oct 19 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 84° / 66° | 38% · 0,2 in | 6 mph | 8 |
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° | 64° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 82° | 64° | 2,7 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 73°F (23°C) with clear. Humidity is 79% and wind is 6 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 8:15 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 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 October 4, 2026 at 8:15 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
