Climate Insights for Uvinza

The climate in Uvinza is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1201mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 215mm of rainfall. Uvinza sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Uvinza sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 31°C. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Uvinza is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1201mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 100mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 215mm of rainfall. April and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0mm. That's 215mm less than December, 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.

Uvinza is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, 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 7km/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 14km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.

It is currently autumn in Uvinza, which began on March 20, 2026. Uvinza 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 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 14°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Uvinza is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 22mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Uvinza 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.