Climate Insights for Kidepo Airport

The climate in Kidepo Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1041mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 158mm of rainfall. Kidepo Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Kidepo Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 31°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Kidepo Airport is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1041mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 87mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 158mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 10mm. That's 148mm less than May, 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.

Kidepo Airport 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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8km/h in winter, 7km/h in spring, 4km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.

It is currently autumn in Kidepo Airport, which began on September 23, 2026. Kidepo Airport 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 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 17°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

The best time to visit Kidepo Airport is during January, February, March, September, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 39mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kidepo Airport 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.