Climate Insights for Kyegegwa

Kyegegwa District, Western Region, Uganda

Hottest
February
31°C peak
Coldest
November
17°C low
Wettest
November
115mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kyegegwa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 802mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 115mm of rainfall. Kyegegwa 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: 30° Average: 23° Min: 18° Feb Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 19° Mar Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° Apr Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° May Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 18° Jun Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 18° Jul Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 18° Aug Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 18° Sep Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 18° Oct Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Nov Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Dec Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18°
Max
Average
Min

Kyegegwa 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 24°C. November is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 16mm Feb Precipitation: 22mm Mar Precipitation: 77mm Apr Precipitation: 106mm May Precipitation: 66mm Jun Precipitation: 43mm Jul Precipitation: 31mm Aug Precipitation: 72mm Sep Precipitation: 98mm Oct Precipitation: 110mm Nov Precipitation: 115mm Dec Precipitation: 45mm
Precipitation

Kyegegwa is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 802mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 67mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 115mm of rainfall. October and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 16mm. That's 98mm less than November, 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: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 11km/h Apr Wind Speed: 12km/h May Wind Speed: 13km/h Jun Wind Speed: 13km/h Jul Wind Speed: 14km/h Aug Wind Speed: 12km/h Sep Wind Speed: 11km/h Oct Wind Speed: 10km/h Nov Wind Speed: 10km/h Dec Wind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed

Kyegegwa 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 July, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Kyegegwa, which began on March 20, 2026. Kyegegwa 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 November near 17°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 18 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 249mm for the season, averaging 83mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 146mm over the season and a monthly average of 49mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 17 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 323mm across the season with a monthly average of 108mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 18 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 84mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 23°
Feb 24°
Mar 24°
Apr 22°
May 22°
Jun 23°
Jul 23°
Aug 23°
Sep 22°
Oct 22°
Nov 21°
Dec 22°

The best time to visit Kyegegwa is during January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 52mm per month. By contrast, November can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 17°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 Kyegegwa 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
30 °C
12 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
31 °C
12 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
19 °C
29 °C
11 km/h
77 mm
0 cm
Apr
18 °C
27 °C
12 km/h
106 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
28 °C
13 km/h
66 mm
0 cm
Jun
18 °C
29 °C
13 km/h
43 mm
0 cm
Jul
18 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
Aug
18 °C
28 °C
12 km/h
72 mm
0 cm
Sep
18 °C
28 °C
11 km/h
98 mm
0 cm
Oct
18 °C
27 °C
10 km/h
110 mm
0 cm
Nov
17 °C
26 °C
10 km/h
115 mm
0 cm
Dec
18 °C
27 °C
11 km/h
45 mm
0 cm
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