Climate Insights for Buikwe

Buikwe District, Central Region, Uganda

Hottest
February
26°C peak
Coldest
August
20°C low
Wettest
April
238mm rain
Best to Visit
July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Buikwe is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1836mm of precipitation falls per year. Buikwe receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Buikwe sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 21° Feb Max: 26° Average: 24° Min: 22° Mar Max: 26° Average: 24° Min: 22° Apr Max: 25° Average: 23° Min: 21° May Max: 25° Average: 23° Min: 21° Jun Max: 25° Average: 23° Min: 21° Jul Max: 24° Average: 22° Min: 20° Aug Max: 25° Average: 22° Min: 20° Sep Max: 25° Average: 22° Min: 20° Oct Max: 25° Average: 23° Min: 20° Nov Max: 25° Average: 22° Min: 20° Dec Max: 25° Average: 23° Min: 21°
Max
Average
Min

Buikwe has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 104mm Feb Precipitation: 102mm Mar Precipitation: 186mm Apr Precipitation: 238mm May Precipitation: 192mm Jun Precipitation: 128mm Jul Precipitation: 92mm Aug Precipitation: 123mm Sep Precipitation: 142mm Oct Precipitation: 166mm Nov Precipitation: 211mm Dec Precipitation: 152mm
Precipitation

Buikwe is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1836mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 153mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 238mm of rainfall. November and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 92mm. That's 146mm 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.

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: 13km/h Mar Wind Speed: 14km/h Apr Wind Speed: 14km/h May Wind Speed: 14km/h Jun Wind Speed: 14km/h Jul Wind Speed: 15km/h Aug Wind Speed: 14km/h Sep Wind Speed: 13km/h Oct Wind Speed: 12km/h Nov Wind Speed: 12km/h Dec Wind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed

Buikwe is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 12km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

90 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Buikwe, which began on March 20, 2026. Buikwe 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 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 20°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 90 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 21 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 616mm across the season with a monthly average of 205mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 20 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 343mm across the season with a monthly average of 114mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 20 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 519mm across the season with a monthly average of 173mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 21 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 358mm across the season with a monthly average of 119mm. 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 23°
Feb 24°
Mar 24°
Apr 23°
May 23°
Jun 23°
Jul 22°
Aug 22°
Sep 22°
Oct 23°
Nov 22°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Buikwe is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 92mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°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 Buikwe 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
26 °C
12 km/h
104 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
26 °C
13 km/h
102 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
22 °C
26 °C
14 km/h
186 mm
0 cm
Apr
21 °C
25 °C
14 km/h
238 mm
0 cm
May
21 °C
25 °C
14 km/h
192 mm
0 cm
Jun
21 °C
25 °C
14 km/h
128 mm
0 cm
Jul
20 °C
24 °C
15 km/h
92 mm
0 cm
Aug
20 °C
25 °C
14 km/h
123 mm
0 cm
Sep
20 °C
25 °C
13 km/h
142 mm
0 cm
Oct
20 °C
25 °C
12 km/h
166 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
25 °C
12 km/h
211 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
25 °C
11 km/h
152 mm
0 cm
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