Climate Insights for Apac

Apac District, Northern Region, Uganda

Hottest
February
33°C peak
Coldest
August
20°C low
Wettest
April
171mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Apac is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1175mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 171mm of rainfall. Apac 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: 21° Feb Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 22° Mar Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 22° Apr Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21° May Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Jun Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 20° Jul Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 20° Aug Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 20° Sep Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 20° Oct Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Nov Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Dec Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Apac sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°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 20°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°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: 19mm Feb Precipitation: 18mm Mar Precipitation: 97mm Apr Precipitation: 171mm May Precipitation: 133mm Jun Precipitation: 93mm Jul Precipitation: 92mm Aug Precipitation: 112mm Sep Precipitation: 126mm Oct Precipitation: 151mm Nov Precipitation: 128mm Dec Precipitation: 36mm
Precipitation

Apac is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1175mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 98mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 171mm of rainfall. October and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 18mm. That's 154mm 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: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 10km/h May Wind Speed: 10km/h Jun Wind Speed: 9km/h Jul Wind Speed: 9km/h Aug Wind Speed: 9km/h Sep Wind Speed: 9km/h Oct Wind Speed: 10km/h Nov Wind Speed: 10km/h Dec Wind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed

Apac 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 February, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 9km/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. 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, 9km/h in summer, 10km/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 Apac, which began on March 20, 2026. Apac 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 20°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 21 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 401mm across the season with a monthly average of 134mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 20 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 297mm for the season, averaging 99mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 20 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 405mm across the season with a monthly average of 135mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 20 to 33°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 72mm over the season and a monthly average of 24mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/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 24°
May 24°
Jun 24°
Jul 23°
Aug 23°
Sep 24°
Oct 24°
Nov 24°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Apac is during June, July and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 73mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 33°C, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 20°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 Apac 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
21 °C
32 °C
12 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
33 °C
12 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
22 °C
32 °C
12 km/h
97 mm
0 cm
Apr
21 °C
29 °C
10 km/h
171 mm
0 cm
May
21 °C
28 °C
10 km/h
133 mm
0 cm
Jun
20 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
93 mm
0 cm
Jul
20 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
92 mm
0 cm
Aug
20 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
112 mm
0 cm
Sep
20 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
126 mm
0 cm
Oct
20 °C
29 °C
10 km/h
151 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
29 °C
10 km/h
128 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
30 °C
11 km/h
36 mm
0 cm
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