October weather forecast
Kampala, Uganda

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Tall buildings in the vast city of Kampala, Uganda, with a leafy appearance under the clear blue skies
Tall buildings in the vast city of Kampala, Uganda, with a leafy appearance under the clear blue skies

Weather in October

The weather in Kampala, Uganda, in the month of October features the highest rainfall of the year. A substantial increase in the number of rainfall days and cloud cover make this month the wettest of the year. It records a significant increase in rainfall from September, making October considerably wetter. Temperatures oscillate between a high of 25.3°C (77.5°F) and a minimum of 17.2°C (63°F) with relative humidity standing at 83% and 70mm (2.76") of rain expected over 23.5 days.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in Kampala during October registers at a still warm 25.3°C (77.5°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Kampala's nighttime temperature during October is consistently averaged at a comfortable 17.2°C (63°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Kampala is 83%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall in Kampala. Rain falls for 23.5 days and accumulates 70mm (2.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Kampala, Uganda, is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:36 EAT.

Sunshine

In Kampala, the average sunshine in October is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kampala are June, July, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in October translates into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Kampala?

In Kampala, 25.3°C (77.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 17.2°C (63°F) is the average low-temperature during October. In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Kampala?

In Kampala, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

What is the rainiest month in Kampala?

October is the month with the most rainfall in Kampala, Uganda. Rain falls for 23.5 days and accumulates 70mm (2.76") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Kampala in October?

In Kampala, Uganda, in October, during 23.5 rainfall days, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October in Kampala?

In October, the average day length is 12h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Kampala?

On the first day of October in Kampala, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:36 EAT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Kampala?

In Kampala, the average sunshine duration in October is 8.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Kampala?

June, July, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Kampala, Uganda.

What is the UV index reading in October in Kampala?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Kampala is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average temperature in October
Kampala, Uganda

Average temperature in October - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average high temperature in October: 25.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (24.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 17.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (16.3°C).

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Average pressure in October
Kampala, Uganda

Average pressure in October - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average pressure in October: 1011.2mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Kampala, Uganda

Average wind speed in October - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March, May and June (7.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (5.2km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Kampala, Uganda

Average humidity in October - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
Kampala, Uganda

Average rainfall in October - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average rainfall in October: 70mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (70mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (18mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Kampala, Uganda

Average rainfall days in October - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average rainfall days in October: 23.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are September and October (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Kampala, Uganda

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Kampala, Uganda

Average sunshine days in October - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average sunshine days in October: 3.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Kampala, Uganda

Average UV index in October - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, September and October (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in October
Kampala, Uganda

Average cloud cover in October - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in October
Kampala, Uganda

Average visibility in October - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June and July (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (8km).

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