Climate Insights for Entebbe

The climate in Entebbe is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1609mm of precipitation falls per year. Entebbe receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Entebbe sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Entebbe has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows.

Entebbe is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1609mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 134mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 254mm of rainfall. November and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 62mm. 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.

Entebbe is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 10km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.

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

The best time to visit Entebbe is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 83mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 26°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.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Entebbe 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.