October weather forecast
Uganda

In Uganda, October falls within the second rainy season, which lasts from September to November. Rainfall is relatively high during this period, with precipitation averages reaching between 120mm (4.72") to 170mm (6.69") across the country. Despite the rainfall, average temperatures remain fairly stable, fluctuating between 20°C (68°F) and 26°C (78.8°F).

Major urban areas like Kampala and Entebbe experience similar weather patterns in October. In Kampala, the capital city, temperatures range from 18°C (64.4°F) to 26°C (78.8°F), and rainfall is quite frequent, especially in the afternoons. Likewise, Entebbe sees temperatures ranging from 19°C (66.2°F) to 26°C (78.8°F), with a substantial amount of rainfall spread throughout the month.

Compared to September, the rainfall in October slightly intensifies. The showers become more prolonged and widespread, offering less sunshine hours during the day. Despite this, temperatures maintain a similar range to the previous month, though the atmosphere might feel slightly cooler due to the increased rainfall and cloud cover.

Snowfall continues to be absent in Uganda due to its equatorial location and tropical climate. The month of October is dominated by rainfall which, while making certain outdoor activities challenging, also adds to the verdancy of Uganda's landscapes. This results in stunning scenery, particularly around bodies of water like rivers and lakes, which swell under the increased rainfall.

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• Kampala - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Kampala is October, when the rain falls for 23.5 days and typically aggregates up to 70mm (2.76") of precipitation. In Kampala, Uganda, during October, the rain falls for 23.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 70mm (2.76") of precipitation.
• Entebbe - October »
  October is distinct as one of the breezier months in Entebbe and is characterized by increased levels of rainfall from the previous month. In Entebbe, in October, during 27.5 rainfall days, 197mm (7.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Mbarara - October »
  In Mbarara, in October, it is raining for 29.4 days, with typically 240mm (9.45") of accumulated precipitation. The average high-temperature in Mbarara during October registers at a still moderately hot 24.4°C (75.9°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month.
• Mbale - October »
  In Mbale, in October, it is raining for 29.3 days, with typically 240mm (9.45") of accumulated precipitation. On the first day of October in Mbale, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:36.
• Masaka - October »
  In Masaka, during October, the rain falls for 26.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 127mm (5") of precipitation. In Masaka, in October, during 26.5 rainfall days, 127mm (5") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Gulu - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Gulu is October, when the rain falls for 27.4 days and typically aggregates up to 161mm (6.34") of precipitation. In Gulu, during October, the rain falls for 27.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 161mm (6.34") of precipitation.
• Lira - October »
  In Lira, during October, the rain falls for 26.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 144mm (5.67") of precipitation. On the first day of October in Lira sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:41.
• Fort Portal - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Fort Portal is October, when the rain falls for 30.7 days and typically aggregates up to 273mm (10.75") of precipitation. In Fort Portal in October, during 30.7 rainfall days, 273mm (10.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Hoima - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Hoima is October, when the rain falls for 30.4 days and typically aggregates up to 240mm (9.45") of precipitation. Hoima commences October with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27°C (80.6°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month.
• Soroti - October »
  In Soroti, in October, it is raining for 28.5 days, with typically 177mm (6.97") of accumulated precipitation. The average relative humidity in October in Soroti, Uganda, is 77%.
• Arua - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Arua, Uganda, is October, when the rain falls for 28.6 days and typically aggregates up to 226mm (8.9") of precipitation. In Arua, during October, the rain falls for 28.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 226mm (8.9") of precipitation.