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 »
  August in Kampala experiences slightly warmer temperatures than the proceeding month of July, as well as an increase in rainfall. In Kampala, during August, the rain falls for 21.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of precipitation.
• Entebbe - August »
  On the first day of August in Entebbe, Uganda, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of August, in Entebbe, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:53 EAT.
• Mbarara - August »
  In Mbarara in August, during 20.8 rainfall days, 119mm (4.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated. The months with the lowest UV index in Mbarara are March through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
• Mbale - August »
  In Mbale, during August, the rain falls for 30.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 248mm (9.76") of precipitation. In Mbale, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.
• Masaka - August »
  The months with the lowest humidity in Masaka, Uganda, are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 66%. The months with the lowest humidity in Masaka are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 66%.
• Gulu - August »
  On the first day of August in Gulu sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:04. In Gulu in August, during 28.2 rainfall days, 154mm (6.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Lira - August »
  In Lira, in August, it is raining for 23.7 days, with typically 94mm (3.7") of accumulated precipitation. As Lira transitions from July to August, the average high-temperatures adjust to a still moderately hot 27.3°C (81.1°F), nearly the same as the previous 27.1°C (80.8°F).
• 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, in August, during 29.3 rainfall days, 161mm (6.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Hoima witnesses its lowest temperatures during May, June and August, when the average high-temperature reaches 26.8°C (80.2°F).
• Soroti - August »
  On the first day of August in Soroti sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:57. In Soroti, in August, during 29.5 rainfall days, 183mm (7.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Arua - August »
  In Arua in August, during 29.7 rainfall days, 194mm (7.64") of precipitation is typically accumulated. The month with the lowest UV index in Arua is August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.