Climate Insights for Anaka

Nwoya District, Northern Region, Uganda

Hottest
February
35°C peak
Coldest
July
21°C low
Wettest
October
218mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Anaka is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1343mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 218mm of rainfall. Anaka 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: 34° Average: 28° Min: 22° Feb Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 23° Mar Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 23° Apr Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° May Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° Jun Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Jul Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21° Aug Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 21° Sep Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Oct Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Nov Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Dec Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21°
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Average
Min

Anaka sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 35°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 24°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 14mm Feb Precipitation: 23mm Mar Precipitation: 109mm Apr Precipitation: 178mm May Precipitation: 122mm Jun Precipitation: 77mm Jul Precipitation: 87mm Aug Precipitation: 145mm Sep Precipitation: 171mm Oct Precipitation: 218mm Nov Precipitation: 157mm Dec Precipitation: 40mm
Precipitation

Anaka is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1343mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 112mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 218mm of rainfall. April and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 14mm. That's 204mm less than October, 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: 11km/h Feb Wind Speed: 11km/h Mar Wind Speed: 11km/h Apr Wind Speed: 10km/h May Wind Speed: 9km/h Jun Wind Speed: 9km/h Jul Wind Speed: 9km/h Aug Wind Speed: 9km/h Sep Wind Speed: 8km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 9km/h Dec Wind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed

Anaka 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 March, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, 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.

Seasons

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

90 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Anaka, which began on March 20, 2026. Anaka 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 35°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 21°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 90 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 22 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 409mm across the season with a monthly average of 136mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 310mm across the season with a monthly average of 103mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 21 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 546mm across the season with a monthly average of 182mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 21 to 35°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 78mm over the season and a monthly average of 26mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 28°
Feb 28°
Mar 27°
Apr 25°
May 25°
Jun 25°
Jul 24°
Aug 24°
Sep 25°
Oct 25°
Nov 25°
Dec 26°

The best time to visit Anaka is during June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 82mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 35°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 Anaka 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
22 °C
34 °C
11 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Feb
23 °C
35 °C
11 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
23 °C
33 °C
11 km/h
109 mm
0 cm
Apr
22 °C
30 °C
10 km/h
178 mm
0 cm
May
22 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
122 mm
0 cm
Jun
21 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
77 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
87 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
145 mm
0 cm
Sep
21 °C
30 °C
8 km/h
171 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
218 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
157 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
32 °C
10 km/h
40 mm
0 cm
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