The climate of Adjumani
Adjumani, a region located in
Uganda, experiences a climate predominantly classified as Tropical wet and dry or savanna according to the Köppen climate classification. This type of climate implies the presence of substantial seasonal changes in terms of rainfall, but not in terms of temperature. Throughout the year, Adjumani experiences a somewhat consistent trend in temperature with a slight dip during the middle of the year. The maximum temperature averages from 28.8°C (83.8°F) in
July to 36.6°C (97.9°F) in Feb, while minimum temperatures see a narrow ranging average from 18.8°C (65.8°F) in July,
August to 23.1°C (73.6°F) in
March.
Rainfall shows a more noticeable seasonal variation. From
February's modest rainfall of 2mm (0.08"), there is a steep rise in precipitation, reaching a peak in the middle months. The maximum average recorded is 168mm (6.61") in August, and from
September, a gradual reduction in rainfall is observed, tapering off to a low of 2mm (0.08") in
January. On average, Adjumani also gets exposed to daylight for about 12 hours daily with less variation over different months.
Wind speed varies moderately from an average of 3.6km/h (2.2mph) in August to 6.6km/h (4.1mph) in January. There also exists a relatively constant pressure across the year, with the range varying from 1008.4mb in February to 1013.2mb in July. Unique weather patterns can be attributed to rainfall, where during the peak monsoon months of
June to August, up to 80% relative humidity is maintained, providing a distinct wet phase.
The best time to visit Adjumani
Determining the best time to visit
Adjumani, primarily involves considering preferences for drier or wetter periods of the year. For those who prefer a drier climate, the best time to visit would be during the months of
December to
February. During this period, the region records the lowest rainfall, ranging from 2mm (0.08") to 15mm (0.59"), and the temperature range remains comfortable, with high averages from 30.7°C (87.3°F) to 36.6°C (97.9°F) and low averages from 20.2°C (68.4°F) to 23.1°C (73.6°F).
The worst time to visit Adjumani
For travellers averse to high humidity and heavy rainfall, the months from
June to
August may constitute the worst time to visit
Adjumani. This period marks the peak of the monsoon with the region receiving showers ranging from 149mm (5.87") to 168mm (6.61"). Humidity also hits a high during these months, reaching 80%. Travel and outdoor activities might get disrupted due to weather conditions.
Spring weather in Adjumani
In
Adjumani, spring occurs during the months of
March to
May. During this period, average high temperatures range from 35.1°C (95.2°F) to 32°C (89.6°F) and low temperatures from 23.1°C (73.6°F) to 21.4°C (70.5°F). Although spring in Adjumani is not significantly different from other seasons in terms of temperature, it does mark the beginning of the rainy season with rainfall increasing gradually from 27mm (1.06") in March to 158mm (6.22") in May.
Summer weather in Adjumani
Summer, encompassing the months of
June to
August, coincides with the wettest phase of the year in
Adjumani. The rainfall averages from 149mm (5.87") in June, peaking at 168mm (6.61") in August. However, temperatures remain fairly high with average high temperatures varying from 29.3°C (84.7°F) to 29.4°C (84.9°F) and average low temperatures hovering around 18.8°C (65.8°F).
Autumn weather in Adjumani
Autumn in
Adjumani is characterized by a gradual decline in rainfall and temperature. During this season stretching between
September and
November, rainfall decreases from 126mm (4.96") to 69mm (2.72") and average highs descend from 30.5°C (86.9°F) to 31.9°C (89.4°F). The low average temperatures show a more consistent reading, from 19.2°C (66.6°F) in September to 20.5°C (68.9°F) in November.
Winter weather in Adjumani
Winter in
Adjumani is relatively warm, much like the rest of the year. Spanning from
December to
February, this period is characterised by low precipitation levels, with rainfall between 2mm (0.08") in
January and 15mm (0.59") in December. The winter temperature ranges from an average high of 30.7°C (87.3°F) in December to 36.6°C (97.9°F) in February and an average low of 20.2°C (68.4°F) in December to 22.8°C (73°F) in February.
Weather in January
January in
Adjumani,
Uganda, showcases a warmer weather trend, as daytime temperatures rise as high as 35.8°C (96.4°F), and cool down to a comfortable 21.4°C (70.5°F) during the night. This month has visibility of 10 kilometers and less cloudiness compared to later months.
Weather in January » Weather in February
February marks a slight increase in temperatures, where the heat peaks at 36.6°C (97.9°F) in the day and dips to 22.8°C (73°F) in the nighttime. Rainfall significantly increases to 11mm (0.43") making the environment moist and humid compared to the previous month of
January.
Weather in February » Weather in March
Transitioning into the season,
March in
Adjumani sees temperatures somewhat similar to
February, ranging from a maximum of 35.1°C (95.2°F) during the day to a minimum of 23.1°C (73.6°F) at night. Showcasing a significant leap in rainfall with 27mm (1.06") falling in the month, the landscape begins to hydrate.
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Weather in April
April is markedly different weather-wise in
Adjumani with the temperature decreasing to 32°C (89.6°F) during the day and falling to 21.4°C (70.5°F) at night. This month experiences the highest rainfall of 68mm (2.68") (almost triple from
March’s rainfall), making it the wettest month of the first quarter.
Weather in April » Weather in May
May encompasses a further drop in temperature to 30.1°C (86.2°F) in the daytime and a cool 20.2°C (68.4°F) during nighttime, bringing more temperate weather to
Adjumani. An impressive increase in humidity to 77% and a vast increase in rainfall to 158mm (6.22") emphasize the essence of the rainy season.
Weather in May » Weather in June
June’s weather in
Adjumani showcases cooler temperatures yet, ranging from 29.3°C (84.7°F) during the day to a minimum of 19.3°C (66.7°F) at night. This month sees rainfall descending slightly to 163mm (6.42"), almost maintaining the rainfall levels of
May.
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Weather in July
In
July,
Adjumani's weather remains relatively stable with practically the same conditions as in
June. Temperatures maintain a cool trend, between 28.8°C (83.8°F) during the day and 18.8°C (65.8°F) at night. A slight decline in rainfall to 149mm (5.87") is registered and a lowering in the pressure level to 1013.2mb is observed.
Weather in July »Weather in August
August witnesses a mild increase in temperature, with a daytime high of 29.4°C (84.9°F) and a nighttime low of 18.8°C (65.8°F). Rainfall marks a peak with a massive 168mm (6.61") falling in August making it the wettest month of the year in
Adjumani.
Weather in August » Weather in September
In
September, the weather in
Adjumani begins transitioning to hotter conditions as the temperature goes up to 30.5°C (86.9°F) in the day and 19.2°C (66.6°F) at night. Rainfall declines significantly to 126mm (4.96") signifying the end of the heavy rainfall season.
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Weather in October
October denotes a further increase in temperature to 30.7°C (87.3°F) in the daytime and 20.2°C (68.4°F) at night as
Adjumani heads towards a warm dry season. Significant rainfall of 157mm (6.18") is noticeable, despite a reduction from the heights of the rainy season.
Weather in October » Weather in November
November brings a well-defined change in weather in
Adjumani as the temperatures rise to a hotter 31.9°C (89.4°F) during the day and 20.5°C (68.9°F) at night. A remarkable reduction in rainfall to 69mm (2.72") is observed, indicating the onset of the dry season.
Weather in November » Weather in December
In
December, the weather contrasts significantly from the preceding months as
Adjumani experiences a further rise in temperatures to 34°C (93.2°F) during the day and 21.5°C (70.7°F) at night. There is a drastic reduction in rainfall to just 15mm (0.59"), marking the onset of the dry season.
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