Climate Insights for Uvira

The climate in Uvira is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1179mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 286mm of rainfall. Uvira sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Uvira has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows.

Uvira is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1179mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 98mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 286mm of rainfall. April and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 4mm. That's 282mm 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 August, averaging 12km/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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 12km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.

It is currently winter in Uvira, which began on June 21, 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 February at around 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 22°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (3 days from now).

The best time to visit Uvira is during May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 30mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 27°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 22°C. 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.