– June to August and December to February:
June, July & August – June and July are the driest months in most of the south, but it can still rain.

Average temperatures hover around 27°C/81°F in the afternoon and 16°C/61°F in the morning.

It will be colder at altitudes above 1300m/4265ft, including the gorilla parks.

Unlike the south, these months are part of the wet season in the north.

The far north, including Kidepo Valley, is semi-arid and can experience droughts some years.

December, January & February – Most of the south has less rainfall, but still more when compared to June and July.

It is slightly warmer with daytime temperatures of about 28°C/82°F and morning temperatures of 16°C/61°F.

The north has a clear Dry season with little rain.

Wet or rainy season in Uganda:

– March to May and September to November
March, April & May – There is more rainfall throughout the country during these months, with a clear peak in April in the south. Most days have some sunshine as well.

The rain can make travel more difficult since dirt roads and forest trails used for gorilla tracking can become challenging to navigate.

Daytime temperatures average around 28°C/82°F and morning temperatures around 16°C/61°F.

It will be colder in the gorilla parks at high altitudes and warmer in the north.

September, October & November – These months are comparable to March, April and May but, on average, there is a bit less rain.

Daytime temperatures are around 28°C/82°F.