Arua weather
At 11:30 PM local time it was partly cloudy and 19°C (67°F). Light rain for 6 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 1.0 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out. Best months for weather: Dec–Feb. Arua sits 1215 m (3,986 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 Arua, Northern Region, Uganda.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 69%
- Chance of rain
- 9%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Light rain for 6 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 1.0 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Dec–FebOff season Apr–May, Jul–Oct
About Arua weather
Is it raining in Arua right now?
No. It’s partly cloudy and 19° right now. Light rain for 6 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 1.0 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out.
What’s the weather like in Arua this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 28–31° and lows of 18–20°. Rain is likely on 3 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Friday). The driest day looks like Monday.
Has it been raining in Arua lately?
In the past 7 days, Arua had 4 rainy days and 71.5 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Arua?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Arua weather by month
When is the best time to visit Arua?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Arua is Dec–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Apr–May, Jul–Oct tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 26°C (78°F) in October to 32°C (90°F) in February.
What is the rainiest month in Arua?
September is the wettest month, with about 209 mm (8.2 in) of rain on average. January is the driest, with about 20 mm (0.8 in).
What is the hottest month in Arua?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 32°C (90°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F). October is the coolest, with highs of 26°C (78°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F).
Does Arua have a rainy season?
Yes. May, Aug–Oct is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jan–Feb 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