Climate Insights for Kira

Wakiso District, Central Region, Uganda

Hottest
March
28°C peak
Coldest
August
19°C low
Wettest
April
301mm rain
Best to Visit
February, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kira is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1628mm of precipitation falls per year. Kira receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kira 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: 23° Min: 20° Feb Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 22° Mar Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 22° Apr Max: 25° Average: 23° Min: 20° May Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 20° Jun Max: 25° Average: 22° Min: 20° Jul Max: 25° Average: 22° Min: 19° Aug Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 19° Sep Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 19° Oct Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 20° Nov Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 20° Dec Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Kira has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. August 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 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 144mm Feb Precipitation: 52mm Mar Precipitation: 100mm Apr Precipitation: 301mm May Precipitation: 169mm Jun Precipitation: 73mm Jul Precipitation: 74mm Aug Precipitation: 120mm Sep Precipitation: 143mm Oct Precipitation: 141mm Nov Precipitation: 213mm Dec Precipitation: 98mm
Precipitation

Kira is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1628mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 136mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 301mm of rainfall. November and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 52mm. That's 249mm 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.

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

Kira 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 June, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 0km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

53 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Kira, which began on June 21, 2026. Kira sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 19°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 53 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 571mm across the season with a monthly average of 190mm. 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. Precipitation is moderate at around 267mm for the season, averaging 89mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 19 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 496mm across the season with a monthly average of 165mm. 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. Precipitation is moderate at around 294mm for the season, averaging 98mm per month. 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 23°
Feb 25°
Mar 25°
Apr 23°
May 23°
Jun 22°
Jul 22°
Aug 22°
Sep 22°
Oct 23°
Nov 23°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Kira is during February, June, July and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 74mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 28°C, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 19°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 Kira 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
26 °C
2 km/h
144 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
Mar
22 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
100 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
301 mm
0 cm
May
20 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
169 mm
0 cm
Jun
20 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
73 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
74 mm
0 cm
Aug Current
19 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
120 mm
0 cm
Sep
19 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
143 mm
0 cm
Oct
20 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
141 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
213 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
98 mm
0 cm
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