Climate Insights for Buyale

Kiryandongo District, Western Region, Uganda

Hottest
February
33°C peak
Coldest
August
19°C low
Wettest
April
188mm rain
Best to Visit
June, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Buyale is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1336mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 188mm of rainfall. Buyale sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21° Feb Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 22° Mar Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21° Apr Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21° May Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Jun Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 20° Jul Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Aug Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Sep Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Oct Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 20° Nov Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Dec Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Buyale 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 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 21mm Feb Precipitation: 21mm Mar Precipitation: 106mm Apr Precipitation: 188mm May Precipitation: 135mm Jun Precipitation: 98mm Jul Precipitation: 116mm Aug Precipitation: 158mm Sep Precipitation: 154mm Oct Precipitation: 175mm Nov Precipitation: 127mm Dec Precipitation: 36mm
Precipitation

Buyale is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1336mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 111mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 188mm of rainfall. October and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 21mm. That's 167mm 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.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 7km/h Feb Wind Speed: 7km/h Mar Wind Speed: 7km/h Apr Wind Speed: 6km/h May Wind Speed: 6km/h Jun Wind Speed: 5km/h Jul Wind Speed: 5km/h Aug Wind Speed: 5km/h Sep Wind Speed: 5km/h Oct Wind Speed: 5km/h Nov Wind Speed: 5km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Buyale is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/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 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, 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 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

7 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Buyale, which began on June 21, 2026. Buyale 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. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 429mm across the season with a monthly average of 143mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 19 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 373mm across the season with a monthly average of 124mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 19 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 456mm across the season with a monthly average of 152mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 20 to 33°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 78mm over the season and a monthly average of 26mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 26°
Feb 27°
Mar 26°
Apr 24°
May 24°
Jun 24°
Jul 23°
Aug 23°
Sep 23°
Oct 24°
Nov 24°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Buyale is during June and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 67mm 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.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Buyale 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
32 °C
7 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
33 °C
7 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
Mar
21 °C
32 °C
7 km/h
106 mm
0 cm
Apr
21 °C
29 °C
6 km/h
188 mm
0 cm
May
20 °C
29 °C
6 km/h
135 mm
0 cm
Jun
20 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
98 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
116 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
158 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
19 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
154 mm
0 cm
Oct
20 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
175 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
127 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
36 mm
0 cm
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