Climate Insights for Koboko

Koboko District, Northern Region, Uganda

Hottest
February
33°C peak
Coldest
August
19°C low
Wettest
August
221mm rain
Best to Visit
May, November, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Koboko is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1297mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 221mm of rainfall. Koboko sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 21° Feb Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 22° Mar Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 22° Apr Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° May Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Jun Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Jul Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 19° Aug Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 19° Sep Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 19° Oct Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Nov Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 20° Dec Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Koboko sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 33°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 22°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: 5mm Feb Precipitation: 10mm Mar Precipitation: 73mm Apr Precipitation: 120mm May Precipitation: 100mm Jun Precipitation: 120mm Jul Precipitation: 179mm Aug Precipitation: 221mm Sep Precipitation: 199mm Oct Precipitation: 167mm Nov Precipitation: 89mm Dec Precipitation: 13mm
Precipitation

Koboko is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1297mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 108mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 221mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 5mm. That's 216mm less than August, 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 9km/h Feb Wind Speed: 9km/h Mar Wind Speed: 9km/h Apr Wind Speed: 8km/h May Wind Speed: 8km/h Jun Wind Speed: 6km/h Jul Wind Speed: 6km/h Aug Wind Speed: 5km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 6km/h Nov Wind Speed: 7km/h Dec Wind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed

Koboko is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, 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 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 9km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

87 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Koboko, which began on September 23, 2026. Koboko 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 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 19°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 32°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 293mm for the season, averaging 98mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 19 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 521mm across the season with a monthly average of 174mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 19 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 454mm across the season with a monthly average of 151mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 20 to 33°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 29mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 26°
Feb 27°
Mar 26°
Apr 25°
May 24°
Jun 23°
Jul 22°
Aug 22°
Sep 23°
Oct 23°
Nov 24°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Koboko is during May, November 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 highs reaching 33°C, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 19°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 Koboko 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
21 °C
31 °C
9 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
33 °C
9 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Mar
22 °C
32 °C
9 km/h
73 mm
0 cm
Apr
21 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
120 mm
0 cm
May
20 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
100 mm
0 cm
Jun
19 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
120 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
179 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
27 °C
5 km/h
221 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
19 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
199 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
167 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
28 °C
7 km/h
89 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
30 °C
8 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
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