When to Visit Kampala
Climate guide & best times to travel
Best Time to Visit
Month-by-Month Guide
January
January offers warm, pleasant weather with highs of 83°F and comfortable overnight lows of 63°F. The dry conditions and moderate humidity make it excellent for outdoor activities and sightseeing. This is typically peak tourist season due to the favorable weather conditions.
February
February sees the warmest temperatures of the year with highs reaching 84°F, while nights remain comfortable at 64°F. The continued dry weather and stable humidity levels make this an ideal month for all tourist activities. Peak season continues with excellent conditions for exploring the city.
March
March maintains pleasant conditions with highs of 83°F and lows of 64°F under continued dry skies. The weather remains ideal for cultural exploration and outdoor activities. Tourist numbers typically begin to decrease as this would normally mark the start of the wet season.
April
April shows slightly cooler temperatures with highs of 81°F, providing very comfortable conditions for all activities. The dry weather continues, making it unexpectedly favorable for travel. This would typically be a quieter month for tourism due to expected rains.
May
May maintains the same comfortable temperatures as April with 81°F highs and 64°F lows. The ongoing dry conditions make it excellent for outdoor adventures and city exploration. Tourist numbers remain lower during what would typically be the wet season.
June
June brings slightly cooler conditions with highs of 80°F and lows dropping to 63°F, making it very comfortable for all activities. The dry weather continues, providing excellent conditions for sightseeing and outdoor pursuits. This marks the beginning of what would typically be the drier season.
July
July offers some of the coolest and most comfortable conditions of the year with 80°F highs and 62°F lows. The dry weather and pleasant temperatures make it ideal for hiking and adventure activities. This is traditionally a popular month for visitors seeking cooler conditions.
August
August maintains the coolest temperatures of the year with comfortable 80°F highs and 62°F lows. The continued dry conditions and pleasant weather make it perfect for all outdoor activities and cultural exploration. Peak tourist season continues with excellent weather conditions.
September
September sees temperatures begin to rise slightly with highs of 82°F while lows remain cool at 62°F. The dry weather continues, providing excellent conditions for travel and outdoor activities. This would typically mark the beginning of the second wet season, but current conditions remain dry.
October
October offers pleasant conditions with 81°F highs and 63°F lows under continued dry skies. The stable weather makes it excellent for all types of tourism activities. Tourist numbers may be lower as this would typically be part of the wet season.
November
November maintains comfortable temperatures with 81°F highs and 63°F lows. The ongoing dry conditions continue to provide favorable weather for visitors. This would typically be the peak of the second wet season, making the dry conditions particularly advantageous for travel.
December
December closes the year with pleasant 82°F highs and 63°F lows under dry conditions. The favorable weather makes it an excellent time for holiday travel and year-end visits. Tourist numbers typically increase as the dry season traditionally begins and holiday travel peaks.