September weather forecast
Uganda

September in Uganda marks the onset of the second rainy season, which lasts until November. Despite the return of the rains, the precipitation levels during this period are typically lower than the first rainy season, averaging between 100mm (3.94") to 150mm (5.91") across the country. The average temperatures range from 20°C (68°F) to 26°C (78.8°F), resulting in a relatively warm and humid climate.

In Uganda's major cities, September experiences a similar weather trend. Kampala sees temperatures oscillating between 18°C (64.4°F) and 26°C (78.8°F), accompanied by moderate to heavy rain showers. Likewise, Entebbe has temperatures ranging from 19°C (66.2°F) to 26°C (78.8°F), with rainfall gradually increasing as the month progresses.

When compared to August, September brings a noticeable shift in weather. The transition from the dry season to the rainy season sees a significant increase in rainfall, with more frequent and widespread showers. Meanwhile, temperatures remain fairly stable, albeit the atmosphere can become slightly cooler due to the increased cloud cover and rainfall.

Like the rest of the year, September in Uganda does not see any snowfall, given its tropical climate and proximity to the equator. Instead, the return of the rainy season leads to an increase in humidity and lushness of the landscape, offering vibrant scenery. Despite the rainfall, September remains a good time to visit the country, thanks to the warm temperatures and the chance to see Uganda's landscape rejuvenated by the rains.

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• Kampala - September »
  In Kampala in September, during 23.5 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Weather data for September indicates that temperatures can be expected to reach between a high of 25.4°C (77.7°F) and a low of 16.9°C (62.4°F), with relative humidity at 81% and 40mm (1.57") of rainfall spread over 23.5 days.
• Entebbe - September »
  The transition from August to September in Entebbe sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a still moderately hot 23.5°C (74.3°F), identical to the previous month. In Entebbe, during September, the rain falls for 25.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 112mm (4.41") of precipitation.
• Mbarara - September »
  On the first day of September in Mbarara, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 19:00. In September, in Mbarara, the rain falls for 26.7 days.
• Mbale - September »
  In Mbale during September, the rain falls for 29.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 199mm (7.83") of precipitation. September has the most snowfall days of the year in Mbale, Uganda.
• Masaka - September »
  In Masaka in September, it is raining for 21.6 days, with typically 66mm (2.6") of accumulated precipitation. The months with the highest UV index in Masaka are January through March, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
• Gulu - September »
  Gulu registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.2°C (82.8°F) at the commencement of September, closely related to the preceding month. September brings with it a shift in weather that spells a decrease in rainfall and a slight escalation in temperature in Gulu.
• Lira - September »
  In Lira, during September, the rain falls for 24.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 96mm (3.78") of precipitation. In Lira, in September, during 24.6 rainfall days, 96mm (3.78") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Fort Portal - September »
  On the first day of September in Fort Portal sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:02. In Fort Portal, during September, the rain falls for 29.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 229mm (9.02") of precipitation.
• Hoima - September »
  In Hoima during September, the rain falls for 29.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 160mm (6.3") of precipitation. In Hoima, during September, the rain falls for 29.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 160mm (6.3") of precipitation.
• Soroti - September »
  In Soroti, Uganda, in September, it is raining for 28.3 days, with typically 151mm (5.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Soroti, during September, the rain falls for 28.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 151mm (5.94") of precipitation.
• Arua - September »
  Moving into September, Arua experiences the weather taking a turnaround, with temperatures returning to 27.5°C (81.5°F), indicating an incremental rise from August. On the first day of September in Arua, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 19:01.