Climate Insights for Hoima

Hoima City, Uganda

Hottest
February
30°C peak86°F peak
Coldest
July
20°C low68°F low
Wettest
November
320 mm rain12.6 in rain
Best to Visit
January
Mild temps & low rain

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

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 21°FebMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 22°MarMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 22°AprMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°MayMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°JunMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 20°JulMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 20°AugMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 20°SepMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 20°OctMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 20°NovMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 20°DecMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 20°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 84°FAverage: 76°FMin: 70°FFebMax: 86°FAverage: 78°FMin: 71°FMarMax: 85°FAverage: 77°FMin: 71°FAprMax: 82°FAverage: 76°FMin: 70°FMayMax: 83°FAverage: 76°FMin: 70°FJunMax: 82°FAverage: 75°FMin: 69°FJulMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 68°FAugMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 68°FSepMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 69°FOctMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 69°FNovMax: 80°FAverage: 74°FMin: 69°FDecMax: 82°FAverage: 75°FMin: 69°F
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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

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 26mmFebPrecipitation: 47mmMarPrecipitation: 173mmAprPrecipitation: 258mmMayPrecipitation: 234mmJunPrecipitation: 150mmJulPrecipitation: 142mmAugPrecipitation: 212mmSepPrecipitation: 248mmOctPrecipitation: 299mmNovPrecipitation: 320mmDecPrecipitation: 108mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1inFebPrecipitation: 1.8inMarPrecipitation: 6.8inAprPrecipitation: 10.2inMayPrecipitation: 9.2inJunPrecipitation: 5.9inJulPrecipitation: 5.6inAugPrecipitation: 8.3inSepPrecipitation: 9.8inOctPrecipitation: 11.8inNovPrecipitation: 12.6inDecPrecipitation: 4.3in
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

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7km/hFebWind Speed: 7km/hMarWind Speed: 6km/hAprWind Speed: 5km/hMayWind Speed: 5km/hJunWind Speed: 4km/hJulWind Speed: 5km/hAugWind Speed: 5km/hSepWind Speed: 5km/hOctWind Speed: 5km/hNovWind Speed: 5km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 3mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

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

Jan25°76°F
Feb26°78°F
Mar25°77°F
Apr24°76°F
May24°76°F
Jun24°75°F
Jul23°74°F
Aug23°74°F
Sep23°74°F
Oct23°74°F
Nov23°74°F
Dec24°75°F

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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
21 °C70 °F
29 °C84 °F
7 km/h4 mph
26 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
22 °C71 °F
30 °C86 °F
7 km/h4 mph
47 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
22 °C71 °F
29 °C85 °F
6 km/h4 mph
173 mm6.8 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
21 °C70 °F
28 °C82 °F
5 km/h3 mph
258 mm10.2 in
0 cm0 in
May
21 °C70 °F
28 °C83 °F
5 km/h3 mph
234 mm9.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
20 °C69 °F
28 °C82 °F
4 km/h3 mph
150 mm5.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
20 °C68 °F
27 °C81 °F
5 km/h3 mph
142 mm5.6 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
20 °C68 °F
27 °C81 °F
5 km/h3 mph
212 mm8.3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
20 °C69 °F
27 °C81 °F
5 km/h3 mph
248 mm9.8 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
20 °C69 °F
27 °C81 °F
5 km/h3 mph
299 mm11.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
20 °C69 °F
27 °C80 °F
5 km/h3 mph
320 mm12.6 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
20 °C69 °F
28 °C82 °F
6 km/h4 mph
108 mm4.3 in
0 cm0 in