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 »
  In Kampala, Uganda, in October, during 23.5 rainfall days, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated. The weather in Kampala in the month of October features the highest rainfall of the year.
• 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. October in Entebbe notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 23.5°C (74.3°F), aligning with the previous month's conditions.
• Mbarara - October »
  In Mbarara, during October, the rain falls for 29.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 240mm (9.45") of precipitation. On the first day of October in Mbarara sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:50.
• Mbale - October »
  In Mbale snow does not fall in January through August, October through December. In Mbale in October, during 29.3 rainfall days, 240mm (9.45") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Masaka - October »
  In Masaka, in October, during 26.5 rainfall days, 127mm (5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. 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 October, in Gulu the rain falls for 27.4 days.
• Lira - October »
  On the last day of October, in Lira, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:33 EAT. In Lira, in October, it is raining for 26.6 days, with typically 144mm (5.67") of accumulated precipitation.
• 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. October in Fort Portal, Uganda greets the locals with slight temperature reductions, recording averages of 25.1°C (77.2°F) on the higher end and 14.6°C (58.3°F) on the lower.
• Hoima - October »
  In Hoima, Uganda, during October, the rain falls for 30.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 240mm (9.45") of precipitation. The months with the lowest UV index in Hoima are July, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
• Soroti - October »
  In Soroti, during October, the rain falls for 28.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 177mm (6.97") of precipitation. On the first day of October in Soroti, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:38.
• Arua - October »
  Come October, Arua is bathed in a slightly cooler aura with temperatures reducing to 27.2°C (81°F) after a spell of heat in September. On the last day of October, in Arua, Uganda, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:40 EAT.