Climate Insights for Sironko

Sironko District, Eastern Region, Uganda

Hottest
February
32°C peak
Coldest
July
18°C low
Wettest
May
378mm rain
Best to Visit
December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sironko is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 2219mm of precipitation falls per year. Sironko receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sironko 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: 32° Average: 25° Min: 19° Feb Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 20° Mar Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 20° Apr Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° May Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 19° Jun Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 19° Jul Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Aug Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 18° Sep Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Oct Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Nov Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° Dec Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 19°
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Average
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Sironko sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 32°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 50mm Feb Precipitation: 37mm Mar Precipitation: 143mm Apr Precipitation: 282mm May Precipitation: 378mm Jun Precipitation: 186mm Jul Precipitation: 153mm Aug Precipitation: 181mm Sep Precipitation: 193mm Oct Precipitation: 345mm Nov Precipitation: 190mm Dec Precipitation: 81mm
Precipitation

Sironko is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2219mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 185mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 378mm of rainfall. October and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 37mm. That's 340mm less than May, 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: 1km/h May Wind Speed: 1km/h Jun Wind Speed: 1km/h Jul Wind Speed: 1km/h Aug Wind Speed: 1km/h Sep Wind Speed: 1km/h Oct Wind Speed: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Sironko 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 May, 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

91 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Sironko, which began on June 21, 2026. Sironko 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 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 18°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 91 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 19 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 803mm across the season with a monthly average of 268mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 520mm across the season with a monthly average of 173mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 19 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 728mm across the season with a monthly average of 243mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 19 to 32°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 168mm for the season, averaging 56mm 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 25°
Feb 26°
Mar 25°
Apr 24°
May 23°
Jun 23°
Jul 22°
Aug 23°
Sep 23°
Oct 23°
Nov 24°
Dec 24°

The best time to visit Sironko is during December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 81mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 32°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 18°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 Sironko 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
19 °C
32 °C
2 km/h
50 mm
0 cm
Feb
20 °C
32 °C
2 km/h
37 mm
0 cm
Mar
20 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
143 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
29 °C
1 km/h
282 mm
0 cm
May
19 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
378 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
19 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
186 mm
0 cm
Jul
18 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
153 mm
0 cm
Aug
18 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
181 mm
0 cm
Sep
19 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
193 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
345 mm
0 cm
Nov
19 °C
29 °C
1 km/h
190 mm
0 cm
Dec
19 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
81 mm
0 cm
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