Climate Insights for Bugiri

The climate in Bugiri is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1656mm of precipitation falls per year. Bugiri receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bugiri sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Bugiri has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Bugiri is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1656mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 138mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 262mm of rainfall. November and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 70mm. That's 192mm less than April, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Bugiri 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 October, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently summer in Bugiri, which began on June 21, 2026. Bugiri 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 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 19°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (8 days from now).

The best time to visit Bugiri is during January, February, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 82mm per month. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bugiri 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.