Climate Insights for Kanungu

Kanungu District, Western Region, Uganda

Hottest
August
26°C peak
Coldest
December
15°C low
Wettest
April
226mm rain
Best to Visit
January, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kanungu is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 1727mm of precipitation falls per year. Kanungu receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kanungu 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: 26° Average: 21° Min: 16° Feb Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 16° Mar Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 16° Apr Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 16° May Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 16° Jun Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 16° Jul Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 16° Aug Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 16° Sep Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 16° Oct Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 16° Nov Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 15° Dec Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 15°
Max
Average
Min

Kanungu sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 26°C. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 20°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 87mm Feb Precipitation: 111mm Mar Precipitation: 155mm Apr Precipitation: 226mm May Precipitation: 142mm Jun Precipitation: 85mm Jul Precipitation: 66mm Aug Precipitation: 124mm Sep Precipitation: 162mm Oct Precipitation: 222mm Nov Precipitation: 197mm Dec Precipitation: 151mm
Precipitation

Kanungu is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1727mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 144mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 226mm of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 66mm. That's 159mm less than April, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) 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: 2km/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

Kanungu 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 May, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, 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 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

3 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Kanungu, which began on March 20, 2026. Kanungu sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in August at around 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 15°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 15 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 580mm across the season with a monthly average of 193mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 15 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 349mm across the season with a monthly average of 116mm. 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 522mm across the season with a monthly average of 174mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 16 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 275mm for the season, averaging 92mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 21°
Feb 21°
Mar 21°
Apr 20°
May 21°
Jun 21°
Jul 21°
Aug 21°
Sep 20°
Oct 20°
Nov 20°
Dec 20°

The best time to visit Kanungu is during January, June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 80mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while December is the coldest period with lows dropping to 15°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 Kanungu 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
16 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
87 mm
0 cm
Feb
16 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
111 mm
0 cm
Mar
16 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
155 mm
0 cm
Apr
16 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
226 mm
0 cm
May
16 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
142 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
16 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
85 mm
0 cm
Jul
16 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
66 mm
0 cm
Aug
16 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
124 mm
0 cm
Sep
16 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
162 mm
0 cm
Oct
16 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
222 mm
0 cm
Nov
15 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
197 mm
0 cm
Dec
15 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
151 mm
0 cm
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