Climate Insights for Paidha

Zombo District, Northern Region, Uganda

Hottest
February
30°C peak
Coldest
July
19°C low
Wettest
August
196mm rain
Best to Visit
March, May, November
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Paidha is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1401mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 196mm of rainfall. Paidha 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: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Feb Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 22° Mar Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Apr Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 21° May Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 21° Jun Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 20° Jul Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 19° Aug Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 19° Sep Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 20° Oct Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 20° Nov Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 20° Dec Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21°
Max
Average
Min

Paidha sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 30°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July 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 7°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 23mm Feb Precipitation: 30mm Mar Precipitation: 92mm Apr Precipitation: 159mm May Precipitation: 95mm Jun Precipitation: 120mm Jul Precipitation: 163mm Aug Precipitation: 196mm Sep Precipitation: 175mm Oct Precipitation: 192mm Nov Precipitation: 99mm Dec Precipitation: 57mm
Precipitation

Paidha is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1401mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 117mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 196mm of rainfall. October and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 23mm. That's 173mm 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.

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: 1km/h Sep Wind Speed: 1km/h Oct Wind Speed: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Paidha 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 May, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

88 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Paidha, which began on June 21, 2026. Paidha 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 July near 19°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 88 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 21 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 346mm across the season with a monthly average of 115mm. 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. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 480mm across the season with a monthly average of 160mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 20 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 465mm across the season with a monthly average of 155mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 21 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 110mm over the season and a monthly average of 37mm. 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 26°
Mar 25°
Apr 24°
May 23°
Jun 23°
Jul 22°
Aug 22°
Sep 23°
Oct 23°
Nov 23°
Dec 24°

The best time to visit Paidha is during March, May, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 86mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 30°C, while July 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 Paidha 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
21 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
30 mm
0 cm
Mar
22 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
92 mm
0 cm
Apr
21 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
159 mm
0 cm
May
21 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
95 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
20 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
120 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
163 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
196 mm
0 cm
Sep
20 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
175 mm
0 cm
Oct
20 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
192 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
99 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
57 mm
0 cm
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