Climate Insights for Hoima
Hoima City, Uganda
Climate Overview
The climate in Hoima is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 2,216 mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 320 mm of rainfall. Hoima sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Hoima is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 75°F and approximately 87.2 in of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 12.6 in of rainfall. Hoima sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Hoima has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.Hoima has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 18°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 68°F and an average of 74°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Hoima is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,216 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 185 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 320 mm of rainfall. October and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 26 mm. That's 293 mm less than November, 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.Hoima is a very wet location, receiving approximately 87.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7.3 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 12.6 in of rainfall. October and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1 in. That's 11.5 in less than November, 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
Hoima 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 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Hoima is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Hoima is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 26 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 30°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 20°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Hoima is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 1 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 86°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 68°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hoima 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hoima based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.