Climate Insights for Kyegegwa

Kyegegwa District, Western Region, Uganda

Hottest
February
31°C peak
Coldest
November
17°C low
Wettest
October
113mm 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 828mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 113mm 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: 24° Min: 18° Feb Max: 31° Average: 25° 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: 22° Min: 18° Sep Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 18° Oct Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Nov Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 17° Dec Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 17°
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 25°C. November is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 22°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: 18mm Feb Precipitation: 22mm Mar Precipitation: 79mm Apr Precipitation: 112mm May Precipitation: 72mm Jun Precipitation: 43mm Jul Precipitation: 33mm Aug Precipitation: 82mm Sep Precipitation: 97mm Oct Precipitation: 113mm Nov Precipitation: 111mm Dec Precipitation: 47mm
Precipitation

Kyegegwa is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 828mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 69mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 113mm of rainfall. April and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 18mm. That's 96mm less than October, 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: 7km/h Feb Wind Speed: 7km/h Mar Wind Speed: 7km/h Apr Wind Speed: 7km/h May Wind Speed: 8km/h Jun Wind Speed: 8km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 6km/h Nov Wind Speed: 6km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Kyegegwa 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 June, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 6km/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

8 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Kyegegwa, which began on June 21, 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. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (8 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 18 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 263mm for the season, averaging 88mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 158mm for the season, averaging 53mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 17 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 321mm across the season with a monthly average of 107mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 17 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 87mm over the season and a monthly average of 29mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 24°
Feb 25°
Mar 24°
Apr 22°
May 22°
Jun 23°
Jul 23°
Aug 22°
Sep 22°
Oct 22°
Nov 22°
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 55mm 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
7 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
31 °C
7 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Mar
19 °C
29 °C
7 km/h
79 mm
0 cm
Apr
18 °C
27 °C
7 km/h
112 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
28 °C
8 km/h
72 mm
0 cm
Jun
18 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
43 mm
0 cm
Jul
18 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Aug
18 °C
28 °C
7 km/h
82 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
18 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
97 mm
0 cm
Oct
18 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
113 mm
0 cm
Nov
17 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
111 mm
0 cm
Dec
17 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
47 mm
0 cm
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