The climate of Kiboga
Kiboga, located in
Uganda, belongs to the Af climatic realm according to the Köppen climate classification. This region is known for its tropical rainforest weather, characterized by high temperatures and an enormous amount of rainfall throughout the entire year.
As expected of the Af zone, temperatures in Kiboga show little to almost negligible fluctuation. High temperatures range from 26.8°C (80.2°F) in
June,
July, and
October to 33°C (91.4°F) in
February. On the other hand, the low temperatures rest between 16.5°C (61.7°F) in July to 20.2°C (68.4°F) in February.
For relative humidity, there is a moderate degree of variability. The driest months, registering a relative humidity of 49%, are
January and February, whereas the most humid month is
May with a humidity level of 85%.
The region, being part of the tropical rainforest climatic zone, enjoys significant rain events throughout the year. From May to October, one can expect an astonishing rainfall between 121mm (4.76") and 240mm (9.45").
December registers the least amount of rainfall with 55mm (2.17").
The best time to visit Kiboga
Choosing the best time to visit
Kiboga relies heavily on visitors' personal preference. However, for those seeking less humid conditions,
January and
February might be the best bet, as these months hold the lowest relative humidity readings. Furthermore, these months also bring the highest temperatures, reaching up to 33°C (91.4°F), which might be favorable for warmth seekers, with wind speeds from 5.4km/h (3.4mph) to 5.5km/h (3.4mph) adding a touch of mild breeze for comfort.
The worst time to visit Kiboga
May,
October, and
November are months that receive the highest amount of rainfall, with levels soaring up to 240mm (9.45"). During these months, the relative humidity also climbs, reaching up to 85%. As a result, these months may be challenging to navigate, and weather conditions might be less favorable for outdoor tourist activities.
Spring weather in Kiboga
Although the concept of 'Spring' does not typically apply to tropical climates, in the context of temperature progression,
March to
May showcases a gradual decrease in heat. March records high temperatures from 31.4°C (88.5°F), which then cool down to 26.8°C (80.2°F) come May. Rainfall substantially increases during these months, rocketing from 72mm (2.83") to a whopping 161mm (6.34") in May.
Summer weather in Kiboga
In line with the region's tropical weather pattern,
Kiboga’s 'summer' months, from
June to
August, features similar temperatures to those of 'spring', with highs lingering around 26.8°C (80.2°F) to 26.9°C (80.4°F) and lows dwelling between 16.8°C (62.2°F) to 17°C (62.6°F). These months bear witness to a steady downpour, with rainfall levels maintaining a range from 121mm (4.76") to 161mm (6.34").
Autumn weather in Kiboga
During the
September to
November period, thought of as 'autumn' in
Kiboga, the temperature structure remains uniform, with highs of about 27.5°C (81.5°F) in September lowering to 26.9°C (80.4°F) by November. However, these months mark the rainfall peak, particularly in
October when it reaches its maximum of 240mm (9.45"), providing Kiboga with a dominant wet season.
Winter weather in Kiboga
Defying the traditional cold stereotype of winter,
December to
February in
Kiboga showcases the warmest temperatures. The highs escalate from 28.9°C (84°F) in December to a soaring 33°C (91.4°F) by February. Meanwhile, rainfall begins to wane as December records a rainfall of 55mm (2.17"), the least in the year, although it gradually increases in the subsequent months. Thus, this period, identified as 'winter,' could be considered as a dry season in Kiboga,
Uganda.
Weather in January
Kiboga in
Uganda welcomes the year with pleasant weather, moderate humidity and enough sunshine. In comparison to
February, residents experience slightly lower temperatures with average lows dipping to 18.8°C (65.8°F).
January has roughly 6.9 days of rainfall, marking a total of 13mm (0.51"), ensuring the month is relatively dry.
Weather in January » Weather in February
Moving into
February, the atmospheric pressure slightly decreases due to evident changes in weather conditions. Therewithal, the rainfall days increase to 10.4, bringing notable changes in the weather patterns compared to
January.
Weather in February »Weather in March
Transitioning from a drier
February,
March presents a deviation in
Kiboga's weather, with rainfall surging to 72mm (2.83"), spread over 21.6 days. While there is a slight decrease in the average high temperature, it is the remarkable jump in precipitation that marks this month's distinctive trait.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
When it comes to
April's weather in
Kiboga, residents witness a significant climb in precipitation, recording 116mm (4.57"), which falls predominantly over 26.8 days. Simultaneously, the average temperatures show a downward trend while the atmospheric pressure slightly increases, reflecting the intensifying monsoon.
Weather in April »Weather in May
May carries forward the increased cloud cover and frequent rain as experienced in
April and amplifies it further, resulting in a peak rainfall of 161mm (6.34") over 29.6 days. This makes it the month with the most rainfall, casting a significant impact on the overall weather.
Weather in May » Weather in June
The peak monsoon month of
May paves the way for a significantly less rainy
June in
Kiboga. Despite the decreased fickleness of weather conditions, June's climate still leans towards the heavy cloud cover, high humidity, and lower temperature end of the precipitation spectrum.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
Kiboga is seen transitioning from
June’s damp climatic patterns into a drier, but still demanding
July. There is a subtle reduction in daylight hours and the lowest recorded average wind speeds of the year of only 4.3km/h (2.7mph).
Weather in July » Weather in August
August signals towards normalizing weather patterns with a decrease in rainfall and relatively stable temperature in
Kiboga. Temperatures remain around the average for the year, and while humidity continues to run high, it is noticeably less than the peak levels experienced in
July.
Weather in August » Weather in September
Kiboga navigates through
September witnessing equally distributed daily light hours. A perceptible increase in average high temperature to 27.5°C (81.5°F) along with a surge in the number of rainfall days provide a marked change.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
October, an Oktoberfest delight for tourists, experiences the highest rainfall days of 30.4, sprinkling a total of 240mm (9.45") throughout the month. Following the rise in temperature last month, October continues the trend while pressure drops marginally.
Weather in October » Weather in November
Kiboga's weather remains reasonably steady as we move into
November with a minor decline in rainfall, helping the city recover gradually from
October's deluge. The city sees an amalgamation of alternating temperatures, constant daylight hours, and rising atmospheric pressure levels.
Weather in November » Weather in December
Welcoming the festive season,
December carries unique weather patterns where rainfall drops significantly to 55mm (2.17"), bringing down the number of rainy days to 17.2. This notable change predicates the city's transition to drier conditions, marking the holiday season for the residents.
Weather in December »