Climate Insights for Busembatia

Iganga District, Eastern Region, Uganda

Hottest
February
30°C peak
Coldest
July
18°C low
Wettest
April
233mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Busembatia is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1528mm of precipitation falls per year. Busembatia receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Busembatia 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: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° Feb Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 20° Mar Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 20° Apr Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 20° May Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Jun Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Jul Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 18° Aug Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Sep Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Oct Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Nov Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Dec Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19°
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Busembatia sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 30°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°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: 56mm Feb Precipitation: 66mm Mar Precipitation: 134mm Apr Precipitation: 233mm May Precipitation: 197mm Jun Precipitation: 113mm Jul Precipitation: 84mm Aug Precipitation: 92mm Sep Precipitation: 126mm Oct Precipitation: 151mm Nov Precipitation: 182mm Dec Precipitation: 95mm
Precipitation

Busembatia is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1528mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 127mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 233mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 56mm. That's 177mm 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: 10km/h Feb Wind Speed: 11km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 10km/h May Wind Speed: 9km/h Jun Wind Speed: 9km/h Jul Wind Speed: 10km/h Aug Wind Speed: 9km/h Sep Wind Speed: 9km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 8km/h Dec Wind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed

Busembatia 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 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Busembatia, which began on March 20, 2026. Busembatia 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 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 18°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 19 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 563mm across the season with a monthly average of 188mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 289mm for the season, averaging 96mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 19 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 458mm across the season with a monthly average of 153mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 19 to 30°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 217mm for the season, averaging 72mm per month. 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 24°
Feb 25°
Mar 24°
Apr 23°
May 23°
Jun 23°
Jul 22°
Aug 23°
Sep 23°
Oct 23°
Nov 23°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Busembatia is during January, February, July, August and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 79mm 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.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Busembatia 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
19 °C
29 °C
10 km/h
56 mm
0 cm
Feb
20 °C
30 °C
11 km/h
66 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
20 °C
30 °C
12 km/h
134 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
28 °C
10 km/h
233 mm
0 cm
May
19 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
197 mm
0 cm
Jun
19 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
113 mm
0 cm
Jul
18 °C
28 °C
10 km/h
84 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
92 mm
0 cm
Sep
19 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
126 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
151 mm
0 cm
Nov
19 °C
28 °C
8 km/h
182 mm
0 cm
Dec
19 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
95 mm
0 cm
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