Central Region weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Central Region, Uganda. Like most weather services, we show Central Region at one spot: Kampala, its largest city. At 12:30 AM local time it was cloudy and 22°C (71°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM (18.4 mm total). Best months for weather: Jun–Aug, Jan–Feb.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 97%
- Chance of rain
- 8%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM (18.4 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jun–Aug, Jan–FebOff season Apr–May, Oct–Nov
About Kampala weather
Is it raining in Kampala right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 22° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM (18.4 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Kampala this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 25–27° and lows of 18–20°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Monday.
Has it been raining in Kampala lately?
In the past 7 days, Kampala had 4 rainy days and 21.2 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Kampala?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Central Region weather by month
When is the best time to visit Central Region?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Central Region is Jun–Aug, Jan–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Apr–May, Oct–Nov tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 25°C (77°F) in May to 30°C (86°F) in February.
What is the rainiest month in Central Region?
April is the wettest month, with about 194 mm (7.6 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 57 mm (2.2 in).
What is the hottest month in Central Region?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 19°C (65°F). May is the coolest, with highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 18°C (65°F).
Does Central Region have a rainy season?
Yes. Apr–May, Oct–Nov is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jul is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Central Region weather month by month
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Kampala), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Central Region
Weather can differ a lot within Central Region: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kampala | Jun–Aug, Jan–Feb | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | 25–30°C | 1,396 mm |
| Nansana | Jun–Aug, Jan–Feb | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | 25–30°C | 1,396 mm |
| Kira | Jun–Aug, Jan–Feb | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | 25–30°C | 1,396 mm |
| Bunamwaya | Jun–Aug, Jan–Feb | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | 25–30°C | 1,396 mm |
| Kyengera | Jun–Aug, Jan–Feb | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | 25–30°C | 1,396 mm |
| Kasangati | Jun–Aug, Jan–Feb | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | 25–30°C | 1,396 mm |
| Njeru | Jun–Aug, Jan–Feb | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | 25–30°C | 1,501 mm |
| Mukono | Jun–Aug, Jan–Feb | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | 25–30°C | 1,396 mm |
| Kajansi | Jun–Aug, Jan–Feb | Mar–May, Nov | 24–27°C | 1,516 mm |
| Katabi | Jun–Aug, Jan–Feb | Mar–May, Nov | 24–27°C | 1,516 mm |
| Lugazi | Jun–Aug, Jan–Feb | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | 25–30°C | 1,501 mm |
| Mubende | Jun–Jul, Jan–Feb | Oct | 25–29°C | 1,250 mm |