August weather forecast
Uganda

In Uganda, August represents the tail end of the dry season. During this month, the weather continues to be predominantly dry with occasional short rains signalling the onset of the second rainy season which typically begins in September. Average temperatures across the country fluctuate between 19°C (66.2°F) to 25°C (77°F), providing a mild climate favourable for exploration and adventure.

Major cities such as Kampala and Entebbe experience similar weather patterns in August. Temperatures in Kampala typically range from 17°C (62.6°F) to 25°C (77°F), while in Entebbe, they vary between 18°C (64.4°F) and 26°C (78.8°F). Both cities experience minimal rainfall during this month, with precipitation levels averaging between 60mm (2.36") to 80mm (3.15"), indicating a gradual increase from the previous month.

Compared to July, August sees a slight increase in rainfall, especially towards the end of the month, as the country starts transitioning to the second rainy season. Temperatures remain relatively stable compared to the preceding month, providing consistently warm days.

As with other months, there is no snowfall in Uganda due to its location on the equator. Instead, the country continues to enjoy warm temperatures and predominantly sunny weather. The gradual transition from the dry season to the rainy season leads to more cloud cover towards the end of August. Nevertheless, the weather conditions remain favourable for wildlife viewing, trekking, and visiting the national parks. The end of the dry season in August provides the last ideal window for outdoor activities before the onset of the second rainy season.

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• Kampala - August »
  In Kampala, during August, the rain falls for 21.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of precipitation. August experiences slightly warmer temperatures than the proceeding month of July, as well as an increase in rainfall.
• Entebbe - August »
  On the first day of August in Entebbe, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:00. In Entebbe, in August, it is raining for 21.3 days, with typically 67mm (2.64") of accumulated precipitation.
• Mbarara - August »
  March through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Mbarara, Uganda. In Mbarara in August, it is raining for 20.8 days, with typically 119mm (4.69") of accumulated precipitation.
• Mbale - August »
  In Mbale snow does not fall in January through August, October through December. On the first day of August in Mbale sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:54.
• Masaka - August »
  January, July and August, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Masaka, Uganda. The months with the most sunshine in Masaka are January, July and August, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine.
• Gulu - August »
  In Gulu during August, the rain falls for 28.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 154mm (6.06") of precipitation. On the first day of August in Gulu, Uganda, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:04.
• Lira - August »
  On the first day of August in Lira, Uganda, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 19:01. In Lira, in August, during 23.7 rainfall days, 94mm (3.7") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Fort Portal - August »
  In Fort Portal during August, the rain falls for 29.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 175mm (6.89") of precipitation. In Fort Portal, during August, the rain falls for 29.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 175mm (6.89") of precipitation.
• Hoima - August »
  In Hoima the coldest months are May, June and August, registering an average high-temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F). In Hoima, in August, during 29.3 rainfall days, 161mm (6.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Soroti - August »
  In Soroti during August, the rain falls for 29.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 183mm (7.2") of precipitation. The advent of August in Soroti denotes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.6°C (81.7°F), subtly different from July's 26.9°C (80.4°F).
• Arua - August »
  August's arrival in Arua registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.9°C (80.4°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. August is the most humid month in Arua, with an average relative humidity of 82%.