Climate Insights for Abim

Abim District, Northern Region, Uganda

Hottest
February
33°C peak
Coldest
August
19°C low
Wettest
April
186mm rain
Best to Visit
November
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Abim is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1179mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 186mm of rainfall. Abim sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 19° Feb Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 21° Mar Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 21° Apr Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 20° May Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° Jun Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Jul Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Aug Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Sep Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° Oct Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 19° Nov Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 20° Dec Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 19°
Max
Average
Min

Abim sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 33°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 13mm Feb Precipitation: 5mm Mar Precipitation: 63mm Apr Precipitation: 186mm May Precipitation: 162mm Jun Precipitation: 127mm Jul Precipitation: 129mm Aug Precipitation: 135mm Sep Precipitation: 150mm Oct Precipitation: 117mm Nov Precipitation: 72mm Dec Precipitation: 19mm
Precipitation

Abim is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1179mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 98mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 186mm of rainfall. May and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 5mm. That's 181mm less than April, 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.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 14km/h Feb Wind Speed: 15km/h Mar Wind Speed: 14km/h Apr Wind Speed: 12km/h May Wind Speed: 9km/h Jun Wind Speed: 8km/h Jul Wind Speed: 9km/h Aug Wind Speed: 9km/h Sep Wind Speed: 9km/h Oct Wind Speed: 11km/h Nov Wind Speed: 14km/h Dec Wind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed

Abim 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 February, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, 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, 12km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Abim, which began on March 20, 2026. Abim 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 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 19°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 19 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 411mm across the season with a monthly average of 137mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 19 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 391mm across the season with a monthly average of 130mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 19 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 340mm across the season with a monthly average of 113mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 19 to 33°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 37mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 26°
Feb 27°
Mar 26°
Apr 25°
May 24°
Jun 23°
Jul 23°
Aug 23°
Sep 24°
Oct 24°
Nov 24°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Abim is during November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 72mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 33°C, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 19°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Abim 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
19 °C
32 °C
14 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
33 °C
15 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
21 °C
33 °C
14 km/h
63 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
30 °C
12 km/h
186 mm
0 cm
May
19 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
162 mm
0 cm
Jun
19 °C
28 °C
8 km/h
127 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
129 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
135 mm
0 cm
Sep
19 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
150 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
30 °C
11 km/h
117 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
30 °C
14 km/h
72 mm
0 cm
Dec
19 °C
31 °C
15 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
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