Climate Insights for Lwakyomba

Kakumiro District, Western Region, Uganda

Hottest
March
34°C peak
Coldest
August
19°C low
Wettest
April
166mm rain
Best to Visit
January, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Lwakyomba is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 844mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 166mm of rainfall. Lwakyomba sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 20° Feb Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 21° Mar Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 22° Apr Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° May Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° Jun Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 19° Jul Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 19° Aug Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 19° Sep Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 19° Oct Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 19° Nov Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 19° Dec Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Lwakyomba sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 34°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 23°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 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 34mm Feb Precipitation: 11mm Mar Precipitation: 27mm Apr Precipitation: 166mm May Precipitation: 77mm Jun Precipitation: 42mm Jul Precipitation: 59mm Aug Precipitation: 69mm Sep Precipitation: 134mm Oct Precipitation: 93mm Nov Precipitation: 118mm Dec Precipitation: 14mm
Precipitation

Lwakyomba is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 844mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 70mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 166mm of rainfall. September and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 11mm. That's 155mm 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: 1km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Lwakyomba 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 December, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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.

Seasons

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

52 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Lwakyomba, which began on June 21, 2026. Lwakyomba 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 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 19°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 19 to 34°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 270mm for the season, averaging 90mm per month. 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 30°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 170mm for the season, averaging 57mm 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 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 345mm across the season with a monthly average of 115mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 20 to 34°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 59mm over the season and a monthly average of 20mm. 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 25°
Feb 27°
Mar 27°
Apr 24°
May 24°
Jun 24°
Jul 24°
Aug 23°
Sep 23°
Oct 24°
Nov 23°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Lwakyomba is during January, May, June, July, August and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 62mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 34°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Lwakyomba 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
31 °C
2 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
34 °C
2 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Mar
22 °C
34 °C
2 km/h
27 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
166 mm
0 cm
May
19 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
77 mm
0 cm
Jun
19 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
42 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
59 mm
0 cm
Aug Current
19 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
69 mm
0 cm
Sep
19 °C
29 °C
1 km/h
134 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
93 mm
0 cm
Nov
19 °C
29 °C
1 km/h
118 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
32 °C
2 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
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