Climate of Mbarara, Uganda
Area-weighted average across Mbarara. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Mbarara, a subdivision of Uganda, has a consistently warm climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 20.3°C / 68.5°F in July to 21.4°C / 70.5°F in March, with rainfall from 26 mm / 1 in to 124 mm / 4.9 in depending on the season (900 mm / 35.4 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 | 21°C69.8°F | 47 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 21.3°C70.3°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| March | 21.4°C70.5°F | 91 mm3.6″ | — |
| April | 20.9°C69.6°F | 124 mm4.9″ | — |
| May | 20.7°C69.3°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| June | 20.5°C68.9°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 20.3°C68.5°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 20.7°C69.3°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
| September | 20.7°C69.3°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
| October | 20.6°C69.1°F | 109 mm4.3″ | — |
| November | 20.6°C69.1°F | 120 mm4.7″ | — |
| December | 20.5°C68.9°F | 72 mm2.8″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Mbarara?
The best months to visit Mbarara, Uganda for sunny, dry weather are January, June, July. The warmest month is March at an area-wide average of 21.4°C / 70.5°F, and the driest is June with about 26 mm / 1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Mbarara?
Mbarara, Uganda has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 20.3°C / 68.5°F in July to 21.4°C / 70.5°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 900 mm / 35.4 in, with the wettest month being April (124 mm / 4.9 in) and the driest June (26 mm / 1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Mbarara?
The hottest month in Mbarara is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.4°C / 70.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Mbarara?
The coldest month in Mbarara is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 20.3°C / 68.5°F.
When does it rain most in Mbarara?
The wettest month in Mbarara is April, averaging about 124 mm / 4.9 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 26 mm / 1 in.