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| Temp (°C) | 27° 20° | 28° 20° | 28° 21° | 28° 20° | 29° 21° | 29° 20° | 25° 20° |
| Precipitation | 60% | 45% | 44% | 46% | 38% | 45% | 48% |
| Humidity | 73% | 74% | 73% | 72% | 74% | 74% | 76% |
| Wind | 20 km/h | 19 km/h | 17 km/h | 19 km/h | 20 km/h | 22 km/h | 12 km/h |
Best time to visit Kampala
The best times to visit Kampala are January to February, June to August, and December, when conditions are generally relatively dry and suit sightseeing, wildlife viewing and trekking. March to May brings frequent or heavy rain, while September to November is wetter and more unsettled, which can interrupt outdoor activities and slow road journeys.
JanuaryTemp (°C)22°Rain (mm)16Sun Hours10Dry Days22
January is warm and relatively dry, around 18-28°C, with occasional showers. The weather suits city sightseeing, wildlife viewing and trekking.
FebruaryTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)19Sun Hours10Dry Days17
February is warm, around 18-28°C, with generally dry conditions and occasional showers. Wildlife viewing, trekking and city visits are practical.
MarchTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)29Sun Hours9Dry Days14
March is warm, around 18-28°C, with frequent heavy rain. Showers can interrupt trekking and sightseeing, while wet ground may slow road journeys.
AprilTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)32Sun Hours9Dry Days8
April is warm, around 18-27°C, with the year's heaviest rain. Downpours can make roads slow or rough and disrupt wildlife trips and outdoor activities.
MayTemp (°C)19°Rain (mm)24Sun Hours9Dry Days11
May is warm, around 18-26°C, with frequent rain and muddy road conditions. Wet weather can interrupt trekking, wildlife viewing and other outdoor plans.
JuneTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)16Sun Hours10Dry Days16
June is mild and relatively dry, around 17-26°C, though showers remain possible. The conditions suit wildlife viewing and primate trekking.
JulyTemp (°C)19°Rain (mm)17Sun Hours9Dry Days17
July is mild and relatively dry, around 17-25°C, with occasional showers. Wildlife viewing and trekking are well suited to the generally manageable weather.
AugustTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)25Sun Hours9Dry Days11
August is warm, around 17-30°C, with generally manageable rainfall and occasional showers. Wildlife viewing and trekking are practical during this relatively dry period.
SeptemberTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)31Sun Hours9Dry Days8
September is warm, around 17-27°C, with variable showers. Animals may gather near water sources, while rain can interrupt trekking and other outdoor activities.
OctoberTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)49Sun Hours9Dry Days8
October is warm, around 17-27°C, with showers and unsettled weather. Rain can interrupt outdoor activities and leave roads slow for longer journeys.
NovemberTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)50Sun Hours9Dry Days9
November is warm, around 18-27°C, with frequent rain. Wet roads can slow journeys, and showers may interrupt wildlife viewing and trekking.
DecemberTemp (°C)22°Rain (mm)27Sun Hours9Dry Days15
December is warm, around 18-27°C, with a relatively dry spell and occasional showers. The weather suits sightseeing, wildlife viewing and trekking.
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Brief
- Try local specialties such as rolex (chapati with egg), matoke, grilled meats, groundnut sauce, and Ugandan coffee.
- Kampala traffic is often heavy and unpredictable. Use reputable taxis or ride-hailing services, allow extra time, and take particular care around boda-bodas and busy junctions.
- Roadside conditions, driving standards, and vehicle maintenance can vary considerably, especially outside central Kampala.
Safety and health
- Uganda was declared free of the 2026 Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak on 27 August after completing the required disease-free period, but the CDC still advises enhanced precautions for travel to Uganda. Avoid contact with sick people, bodily fluids, bats, primates, and contaminated objects; health screening may still occur when leaving the country. (
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- Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for travellers aged 9 months and older and is an entry requirement for arrivals aged 1 year and older. Carry the required vaccination certificate. (
- Protect yourself from mosquito bites because dengue, Zika, and malaria occur in Uganda. Use repellent, long clothing, and screened or air-conditioned accommodation; seek medical advice about malaria prevention before travel. (
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- Avoid swimming, wading, or bathing in freshwater lakes, rivers, ponds, and untreated pools because of schistosomiasis. Drink bottled or treated water, and take care with raw food and fresh produce. (
- HIV remains a significant concern in Kampala. Use condoms and avoid unprotected sex; do not assume massage parlours, spas, or lodges are safe sexual-health environments. (
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Recent News
- 6 September 2026: Three people were killed when a truck crashed into a boda-boda stage on Kafumbe Mukasa Road. Police arrested the driver, and authorities have been intensifying vehicle-safety checks across Kampala. Exercise particular caution near roadside boda-boda stages and congested roads. (
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- 27 August to 6 September 2026: WHO and Africa CDC declared Uganda free of the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak after 42 days without a confirmed case. However, the CDC’s current Level 2 notice still advises enhanced precautions for Uganda, and related Ebola cases have been reported in Kampala. (
- August 2026: A Kampala health study reported 11,241 new HIV infections between July 2025 and June 2026, an average of about 211 per week. Visitors should take standard sexual-health precautions and avoid unprotected sex. (
