Climate Insights for Kumi

Kumi District, Eastern Region, Uganda

Hottest
February
34°C peak
Coldest
August
20°C low
Wettest
April
158mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kumi is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1073mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 158mm of rainfall. Kumi 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: 33° Average: 27° Min: 21° Feb Max: 34° Average: 28° Min: 21° Mar Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 21° Apr Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 21° May Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 21° Jun Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 20° Jul Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Aug Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 20° Sep Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 20° Oct Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 21° Nov Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 21° Dec Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Kumi sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 34°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 24°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 24mm Feb Precipitation: 12mm Mar Precipitation: 76mm Apr Precipitation: 158mm May Precipitation: 142mm Jun Precipitation: 89mm Jul Precipitation: 99mm Aug Precipitation: 136mm Sep Precipitation: 127mm Oct Precipitation: 125mm Nov Precipitation: 62mm Dec Precipitation: 23mm
Precipitation

Kumi is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1073mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 89mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 158mm of rainfall. May and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 12mm. That's 145mm 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 8km/h Feb Wind Speed: 8km/h Mar Wind Speed: 7km/h Apr Wind Speed: 6km/h May Wind Speed: 5km/h Jun Wind Speed: 6km/h Jul Wind Speed: 6km/h Aug Wind Speed: 6km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 6km/h Nov Wind Speed: 6km/h Dec Wind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed

Kumi 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 May, 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 3km/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, 6km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

8 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Kumi, which began on June 21, 2026. Kumi 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 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 20°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (8 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 21 to 34°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 376mm across the season with a monthly average of 125mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 20 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 324mm across the season with a monthly average of 108mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 20 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 314mm across the season with a monthly average of 105mm. 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 34°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 60mm over the season and a monthly average of 20mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 27°
Feb 28°
Mar 27°
Apr 25°
May 24°
Jun 24°
Jul 24°
Aug 24°
Sep 25°
Oct 25°
Nov 25°
Dec 26°

The best time to visit Kumi is during June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 94mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 34°C, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 20°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 Kumi 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
33 °C
8 km/h
24 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
34 °C
8 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Mar
21 °C
34 °C
7 km/h
76 mm
0 cm
Apr
21 °C
31 °C
6 km/h
158 mm
0 cm
May
21 °C
30 °C
5 km/h
142 mm
0 cm
Jun
20 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
89 mm
0 cm
Jul
20 °C
29 °C
6 km/h
99 mm
0 cm
Aug
20 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
136 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
20 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
127 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
31 °C
6 km/h
125 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
31 °C
6 km/h
62 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
33 °C
7 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
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