Climate Insights for Mubende

The climate in Mubende is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 922mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 126mm of rainfall. Mubende sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Mubende sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 30°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Mubende is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 922mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 77mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 126mm of rainfall. April and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 30mm. That's 96mm less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Mubende is mildly breezy, 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 15km/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 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 11km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.

It is currently spring in Mubende, which began on March 20, 2026. Mubende 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 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 18°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Mubende is during January, February, May, June, July, August 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. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mubende 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.