Climate of Arua, Uganda
Area-weighted average across Arua. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Arua, a subdivision of Uganda, has a consistently warm climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 21.4°C / 70.5°F in October to 26.6°C / 79.9°F in February, with rainfall from 16 mm / 0.6 in to 167 mm / 6.6 in depending on the season (1231 mm / 48.5 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.1°C79°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
| February | 26.6°C79.9°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| March | 26.4°C79.5°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
| April | 25.4°C77.7°F | 125 mm4.9″ | Tropical |
| May | 25.1°C77.2°F | 122 mm4.8″ | Tropical |
| June | 24.4°C75.9°F | 105 mm4.1″ | Tropical |
| July | 23.5°C74.3°F | 125 mm4.9″ | Tropical |
| August | 23.6°C74.5°F | 166 mm6.5″ | Tropical |
| September | 24°C75.2°F | 156 mm6.1″ | Tropical |
| October | 21.4°C70.5°F | 167 mm6.6″ | — |
| November | 24.7°C76.5°F | 107 mm4.2″ | Tropical |
| December | 25°C77°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Arua?
The best months to visit Arua, Uganda for sunny, dry weather are January, February, December. The warmest month is February at an area-wide average of 26.6°C / 79.9°F, and the driest is January with about 16 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Arua?
Arua, Uganda has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 21.4°C / 70.5°F in October to 26.6°C / 79.9°F in February. Annual rainfall averages about 1231 mm / 48.5 in, with the wettest month being October (167 mm / 6.6 in) and the driest January (16 mm / 0.6 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Arua?
The hottest month in Arua is February, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.6°C / 79.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Arua?
The coldest month in Arua is October, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.4°C / 70.5°F.
When does it rain most in Arua?
The wettest month in Arua is October, averaging about 167 mm / 6.6 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 16 mm / 0.6 in.