Climate Insights for Kaliro

Kaliro District, Eastern Region, Uganda

Hottest
February
32°C peak
Coldest
July
19°C low
Wettest
April
202mm rain
Best to Visit
January, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kaliro is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1272mm of precipitation falls per year. Kaliro receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kaliro 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: 31° Average: 25° Min: 20° Feb Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21° Mar Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 20° Apr Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° May Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 20° Jun Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Jul Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Aug Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 19° Sep Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 20° Oct Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Nov Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 20° Dec Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19°
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Average
Min

Kaliro sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 32°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 35mm Feb Precipitation: 38mm Mar Precipitation: 110mm Apr Precipitation: 202mm May Precipitation: 173mm Jun Precipitation: 85mm Jul Precipitation: 70mm Aug Precipitation: 85mm Sep Precipitation: 115mm Oct Precipitation: 144mm Nov Precipitation: 157mm Dec Precipitation: 58mm
Precipitation

Kaliro is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1272mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 106mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 202mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 35mm. 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 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 11km/h Feb Wind Speed: 11km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 10km/h May Wind Speed: 9km/h Jun Wind Speed: 9km/h Jul Wind Speed: 9km/h Aug Wind Speed: 9km/h Sep Wind Speed: 9km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 9km/h Dec Wind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed

Kaliro is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Kaliro, which began on March 20, 2026. Kaliro 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 July near 19°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 485mm across the season with a monthly average of 162mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 19 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 240mm for the season, averaging 80mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 20 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 416mm across the season with a monthly average of 139mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 19 to 32°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 131mm over the season and a monthly average of 44mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

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

The best time to visit Kaliro is during January, June, July, August 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 temperatures reaching 32°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 Kaliro 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
20 °C
31 °C
11 km/h
35 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
32 °C
11 km/h
38 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
20 °C
31 °C
12 km/h
110 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
29 °C
10 km/h
202 mm
0 cm
May
20 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
173 mm
0 cm
Jun
19 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
85 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
70 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
85 mm
0 cm
Sep
20 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
115 mm
0 cm
Oct
20 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
144 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
157 mm
0 cm
Dec
19 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
58 mm
0 cm
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