Climate Insights for Butaleja

The climate in Butaleja is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1360mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 265mm of rainfall. Butaleja sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Butaleja sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 32°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 24°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Butaleja is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1360mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 113mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 265mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 24mm. That's 241mm 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.

Butaleja is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently summer in Butaleja, which began on June 21, 2026. Butaleja 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 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 18°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

The best time to visit Butaleja is during January, June, 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 63mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°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 Butaleja 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.