Climate Insights for Koboko

Koboko District, Northern Region, Uganda

Hottest
February
33°C peak
Coldest
August
19°C low
Wettest
August
202mm 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 1265mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 202mm of rainfall. Koboko 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: 26° Min: 21° Feb Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 22° Mar Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 22° Apr Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21° May Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Jun Max: 27° 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: 23° 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: 71mm Apr Precipitation: 120mm May Precipitation: 96mm Jun Precipitation: 126mm Jul Precipitation: 171mm Aug Precipitation: 202mm Sep Precipitation: 187mm Oct Precipitation: 161mm Nov Precipitation: 99mm Dec Precipitation: 16mm
Precipitation

Koboko is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1265mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 105mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 202mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 5mm. That's 197mm 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 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 14km/h Feb Wind Speed: 14km/h Mar Wind Speed: 14km/h Apr Wind Speed: 13km/h May Wind Speed: 11km/h Jun Wind Speed: 10km/h Jul Wind Speed: 10km/h Aug Wind Speed: 10km/h Sep Wind Speed: 10km/h Oct Wind Speed: 10km/h Nov Wind Speed: 12km/h Dec Wind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed

Koboko is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 10km/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 13km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Koboko, which began on March 20, 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. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 32°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 287mm for the season, averaging 96mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 19 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 499mm across the season with a monthly average of 166mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 19 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 448mm across the season with a monthly average of 149mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/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 31mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/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 24°
May 24°
Jun 23°
Jul 22°
Aug 22°
Sep 23°
Oct 23°
Nov 23°
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 70mm 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. 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 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
14 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
33 °C
14 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
22 °C
32 °C
14 km/h
71 mm
0 cm
Apr
21 °C
29 °C
13 km/h
120 mm
0 cm
May
20 °C
29 °C
11 km/h
96 mm
0 cm
Jun
19 °C
27 °C
10 km/h
126 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
27 °C
10 km/h
171 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
27 °C
10 km/h
202 mm
0 cm
Sep
19 °C
27 °C
10 km/h
187 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
28 °C
10 km/h
161 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
28 °C
12 km/h
99 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
30 °C
13 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
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