Climate Insights for Hima

Kasese District, Western Region, Uganda

Hottest
February
27°C peak
Coldest
December
16°C low
Wettest
December
367mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Hima is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 3213mm of precipitation falls per year. Hima receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Hima 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: 21° Min: 17° Feb Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 17° Mar Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Apr Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 17° May Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 17° Jun Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 17° Jul Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 16° Aug Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Sep Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Oct Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 16° Nov Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 16° Dec Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 16°
Max
Average
Min

Hima sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 27°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 199mm Feb Precipitation: 219mm Mar Precipitation: 332mm Apr Precipitation: 351mm May Precipitation: 356mm Jun Precipitation: 204mm Jul Precipitation: 116mm Aug Precipitation: 167mm Sep Precipitation: 229mm Oct Precipitation: 306mm Nov Precipitation: 367mm Dec Precipitation: 367mm
Precipitation

Hima is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3213mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 268mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 367mm of rainfall. November and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 116mm. That's 251mm less than December, 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: 1km/h Feb Wind Speed: 1km/h Mar Wind Speed: 1km/h Apr Wind Speed: 1km/h May Wind Speed: 1km/h Jun Wind Speed: 1km/h Jul Wind Speed: 1km/h Aug Wind Speed: 1km/h Sep Wind Speed: 1km/h Oct Wind Speed: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 1km/h
Wind Speed

Hima is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 1km/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

3 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Hima, which began on March 20, 2026. Hima 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 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 16°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 17 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1039mm across the season with a monthly average of 346mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 487mm across the season with a monthly average of 162mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 16 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 902mm across the season with a monthly average of 301mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 16 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 785mm across the season with a monthly average of 262mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hima 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
17 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
199 mm
0 cm
Feb
17 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
219 mm
0 cm
Mar
17 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
332 mm
0 cm
Apr
17 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
351 mm
0 cm
May
17 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
356 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
17 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
204 mm
0 cm
Jul
16 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
116 mm
0 cm
Aug
17 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
167 mm
0 cm
Sep
17 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
229 mm
0 cm
Oct
16 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
306 mm
0 cm
Nov
16 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
367 mm
0 cm
Dec
16 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
367 mm
0 cm
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