Climate Insights for Arua Airport

The climate in Arua Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 866mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 154mm of rainfall. Arua Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Arua Airport 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 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Arua Airport is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 866mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 72mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 154mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 5mm. That's 149mm less than August, 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.

Arua Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/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 8km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.

It is currently autumn in Arua Airport, which began on September 23, 2026. Arua Airport 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. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

The best time to visit Arua Airport is during April, May, June, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 62mm 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. 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 Arua Airport 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.