Climate Insights for Lira

Lira District, Northern Region, Uganda

Hottest
February
33°C peak
Coldest
July
19°C low
Wettest
April
190mm rain
Best to Visit
December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Lira is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1272mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 190mm of rainfall. Lira 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: 32° Average: 26° Min: 20° Feb Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 21° Mar Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21° Apr Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° May Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Jun Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Jul Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Aug Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Sep Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 19° Oct Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Nov Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Dec Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Lira 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. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°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: 17mm Feb Precipitation: 17mm Mar Precipitation: 98mm Apr Precipitation: 190mm May Precipitation: 162mm Jun Precipitation: 103mm Jul Precipitation: 110mm Aug Precipitation: 122mm Sep Precipitation: 138mm Oct Precipitation: 161mm Nov Precipitation: 124mm Dec Precipitation: 31mm
Precipitation

Lira is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1272mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 106mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 190mm of rainfall. May and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 17mm. That's 174mm 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 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 13km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 10km/h May Wind Speed: 9km/h Jun Wind Speed: 9km/h Jul Wind Speed: 9km/h Aug Wind Speed: 9km/h Sep Wind Speed: 9km/h Oct Wind Speed: 10km/h Nov Wind Speed: 11km/h Dec Wind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed

Lira is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 9km/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 12km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 10km/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 Lira, which began on March 20, 2026. Lira 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 July near 19°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 450mm across the season with a monthly average of 150mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/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 335mm across the season with a monthly average of 112mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 19 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 423mm across the season with a monthly average of 141mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 20 to 33°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 65mm over the season and a monthly average of 22mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/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 23°
Aug 23°
Sep 23°
Oct 24°
Nov 24°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Lira is during December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 31mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 33°C, while July 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 Lira 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
20 °C
32 °C
12 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
33 °C
13 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
21 °C
32 °C
12 km/h
98 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
29 °C
10 km/h
190 mm
0 cm
May
20 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
162 mm
0 cm
Jun
19 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
103 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
110 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
122 mm
0 cm
Sep
19 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
138 mm
0 cm
Oct
20 °C
29 °C
10 km/h
161 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
29 °C
11 km/h
124 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
31 °C
12 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
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