Mbarara Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Mbarara remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in February, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 26°C (79°F) during cooler months like July.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 17°C (63°F) in February to around 16°C (61°F) during July.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Mbarara experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 942 mm (37 in) yearly. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, November it receives high rainfall, averaging 125 mm (4.9 in) of precipitation, recorded across 22 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month July brings less rainfall, with 18 mm (0.7 in) over 8 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Mbarara Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Mbarara.

The city experiences its highest humidity in April, reaching 75%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 64%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year