Jinja weather
At 11:30 PM local time it was cloudy and 21°C (70°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 12 PM (4.5 mm total). Best months for weather: Jun–Aug, Jan–Feb. Jinja sits 1182 m (3,878 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 Jinja, Eastern Region, Uganda.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 80%
- Chance of rain
- 2%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 12 PM (4.5 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jun–Aug, Jan–FebOff season Apr, Nov
About Jinja weather
Is it raining in Jinja right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 21° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 12 PM (4.5 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Jinja this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 27–28° and lows of 19–20°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Monday.
Has it been raining in Jinja lately?
In the past 7 days, Jinja had 4 rainy days and 29.1 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Jinja?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Jinja weather by month
When is the best time to visit Jinja?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Jinja is Jun–Aug, Jan–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Apr, 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 Jinja?
April is the wettest month, with about 216 mm (8.5 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 59 mm (2.3 in).
What is the hottest month in Jinja?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 20°C (67°F). May is the coolest, with highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 19°C (67°F).
Does Jinja have a rainy season?
Yes. Mar–May, Oct–Nov is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jul is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months