Mbale weather
At 2:15 AM local time it was mostly clear and 18°C (64°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (1.9 mm total). Best months for weather: Jul, Dec–Feb. Mbale sits 1618 m (5,309 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Mbale, Vihiga County, Kenya.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 36%
- Chance of rain
- 20%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (1.9 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jul, Dec–FebOff season Apr–May
About Mbale weather
Is it raining in Mbale right now?
No. It’s mostly clear and 18° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (1.9 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Mbale this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 26–28° and lows of 15–17°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Saturday.
Has it been raining in Mbale lately?
In the past 7 days, Mbale had 6 rainy days and 55.7 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Mbale?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Mbale weather by month
When is the best time to visit Mbale?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Mbale is Jul, Dec–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Apr–May tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 23°C (74°F) in July to 28°C (83°F) in February.
What is the rainiest month in Mbale?
April is the wettest month, with about 299 mm (11.8 in) of rain on average. February is the driest, with about 63 mm (2.5 in).
What is the hottest month in Mbale?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 28°C (83°F) and lows of 16°C (60°F). July is the coolest, with highs of 23°C (74°F) and lows of 15°C (59°F).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months