Climate Insights for Kapchorwa

The climate in Kapchorwa is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 3813mm of precipitation falls per year. Kapchorwa receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kapchorwa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Kapchorwa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 24°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 19°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 16°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Kapchorwa is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3813mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 318mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 536mm of rainfall. May and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 58mm. That's 478mm less than August, 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.

Kapchorwa 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 February, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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 summer in Kapchorwa, which began on June 21, 2026. Kapchorwa 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 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 12°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 90 days from now.

The best time to visit Kapchorwa is during January and February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 72mm per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 12°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.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kapchorwa 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.