Climate Insights for Uvira

The climate in Uvira is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 3331mm of precipitation falls per year. Uvira receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Uvira sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Uvira has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. September is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 17°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 15°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.

Uvira is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3331mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 278mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 1023mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 33mm. That's 990mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Uvira is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently autumn in Uvira, which began on March 20, 2026. Uvira sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in September at around 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 11°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Uvira is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 65mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Uvira based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.