Climate Insights for Nakivale Refugee Camp

The climate in Nakivale Refugee Camp is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 717mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 102mm of rainfall. Nakivale Refugee Camp sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Nakivale Refugee Camp sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 29°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Nakivale Refugee Camp is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 717mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 60mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 102mm of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 14mm. That's 88mm 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.

Nakivale Refugee Camp 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 July, 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. 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, 7km/h in autumn.

It is currently winter in Nakivale Refugee Camp, which began on June 21, 2026. Nakivale Refugee Camp 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 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 17°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

The best time to visit Nakivale Refugee Camp is during January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 51mm 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 Nakivale Refugee Camp 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.