Climate Insights for Kira

Wakiso District, Central Region, Uganda

Hottest
February
28°C peak
Coldest
July
17°C low
Wettest
April
230mm rain
Best to Visit
February
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kira is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1934mm of precipitation falls per year. Kira receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kira sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 18° Feb Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Mar Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Apr Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 19° May Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 19° Jun Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 18° Jul Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Aug Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 17° Sep Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Oct Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Nov Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 18° Dec Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18°
Max
Average
Min

Kira sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 28°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°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: 103mm Feb Precipitation: 97mm Mar Precipitation: 186mm Apr Precipitation: 230mm May Precipitation: 198mm Jun Precipitation: 130mm Jul Precipitation: 103mm Aug Precipitation: 160mm Sep Precipitation: 185mm Oct Precipitation: 195mm Nov Precipitation: 204mm Dec Precipitation: 143mm
Precipitation

Kira is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1934mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 161mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 230mm of rainfall. November and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 97mm. That's 133mm less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 7km/h Mar Wind Speed: 7km/h Apr Wind Speed: 7km/h May Wind Speed: 7km/h Jun Wind Speed: 7km/h Jul Wind Speed: 7km/h Aug Wind Speed: 6km/h Sep Wind Speed: 5km/h Oct Wind Speed: 5km/h Nov Wind Speed: 5km/h Dec Wind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed

Kira 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 March, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

7 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Kira, which began on June 21, 2026. Kira 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 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 17°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 19 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 615mm across the season with a monthly average of 205mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 17 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 393mm across the season with a monthly average of 131mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 18 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 584mm across the season with a monthly average of 195mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 18 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 343mm across the season with a monthly average of 114mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 22°
Feb 23°
Mar 23°
Apr 22°
May 22°
Jun 22°
Jul 21°
Aug 22°
Sep 22°
Oct 22°
Nov 22°
Dec 22°

The best time to visit Kira is during February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 97mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 17°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.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kira 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
18 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
103 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
28 °C
7 km/h
97 mm
0 cm
Mar
19 °C
28 °C
7 km/h
186 mm
0 cm
Apr
19 °C
26 °C
7 km/h
230 mm
0 cm
May
19 °C
26 °C
7 km/h
198 mm
0 cm
Jun
18 °C
26 °C
7 km/h
130 mm
0 cm
Jul
17 °C
26 °C
7 km/h
103 mm
0 cm
Aug
17 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
160 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
18 °C
27 °C
5 km/h
185 mm
0 cm
Oct
18 °C
27 °C
5 km/h
195 mm
0 cm
Nov
18 °C
26 °C
5 km/h
204 mm
0 cm
Dec
18 °C
27 °C
5 km/h
143 mm
0 cm
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