Climate Insights for Mpigi

The climate in Mpigi is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1095mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 238mm of rainfall. Mpigi sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Mpigi sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 30°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Mpigi is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1095mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 91mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 238mm of rainfall. November and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 25mm. That's 213mm 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.

Mpigi 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 3km/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 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently summer in Mpigi, which began on June 21, 2026. Mpigi 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 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 18°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.

The best time to visit Mpigi is during January, February, March, 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 64mm per month. 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 Mpigi 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.