Climate Insights for Ibanda

The climate in Ibanda is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 685mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 177mm of rainfall. Ibanda sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Ibanda sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 32°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. November is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Ibanda is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 685mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 57mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 177mm of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 8mm. That's 169mm 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.

Ibanda 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 August, averaging 2km/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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently winter in Ibanda, which began on June 21, 2026. Ibanda 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 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in November near 18°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.

The best time to visit Ibanda is during January, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 43mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 32°C, while November is the coldest period with lows dropping to 18°C. 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 Ibanda 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.