Climate Insights for Busesa

Iganga District, Eastern Region, Uganda

Hottest
February
28°C peak
Coldest
July
19°C low
Wettest
April
290mm rain
Best to Visit
July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Busesa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1962mm of precipitation falls per year. Busesa receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Busesa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 20° Feb Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Mar Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 21° Apr Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 20° May Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 20° Jun Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 20° Jul Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 19° Aug Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 19° Sep Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 20° Oct Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 20° Nov Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 20° Dec Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Busesa has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 114mm Feb Precipitation: 107mm Mar Precipitation: 201mm Apr Precipitation: 290mm May Precipitation: 233mm Jun Precipitation: 136mm Jul Precipitation: 95mm Aug Precipitation: 119mm Sep Precipitation: 135mm Oct Precipitation: 194mm Nov Precipitation: 201mm Dec Precipitation: 136mm
Precipitation

Busesa is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1962mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 163mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 290mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 95mm. That's 194mm less than April, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 2km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Busesa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

93 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Busesa, which began on June 21, 2026. Busesa 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 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 19°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 723mm across the season with a monthly average of 241mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 19 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 351mm across the season with a monthly average of 117mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 20 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 530mm across the season with a monthly average of 177mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 20 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 357mm across the season with a monthly average of 119mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 24°
Mar 24°
Apr 23°
May 23°
Jun 23°
Jul 22°
Aug 22°
Sep 23°
Oct 23°
Nov 23°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Busesa is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 95mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 28°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Busesa 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
27 °C
2 km/h
114 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
107 mm
0 cm
Mar
21 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
201 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
290 mm
0 cm
May
20 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
233 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
20 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
136 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
95 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
119 mm
0 cm
Sep
20 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
135 mm
0 cm
Oct
20 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
194 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
201 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
136 mm
0 cm
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