Town in Eastern Region, Uganda
Jinja weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Jinja
Dec–Feb and Jun–Aug are drier with better rafting weather. Mar–May is wettest; the Nile runs high year-round, so rafting is possible any month.
Jinja weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan29°76 mm
- Feb30°71 mm
- Mar28°162 mm
- Apr26°216 mm
- May25°162 mm
- Jun25°67 mm
- Jul26°59 mm
- Aug26°89 mm
- Sep27°119 mm
- Oct26°166 mm
- Nov26°183 mm
- Dec27°131 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C84°F | 19°C65°F | 76 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| February | 30°C85°F | 19°C67°F | 71 mm | 64% | Pleasant |
| March | 28°C82°F | 20°C68°F | 162 mm | 71% | Rainy |
| April | 26°C78°F | 19°C67°F | 216 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| May | 25°C77°F | 19°C66°F | 162 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| June | 25°C77°F | 18°C65°F | 67 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| July | 26°C78°F | 18°C65°F | 59 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| August | 26°C79°F | 18°C65°F | 89 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| September | 27°C80°F | 19°C65°F | 119 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| October | 26°C79°F | 19°C66°F | 166 mm | 76% | Rainy |
| November | 26°C78°F | 19°C65°F | 183 mm | 77% | Rainy |
| December | 27°C81°F | 18°C65°F | 131 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
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Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Jinja?
Jun–Aug, Dec–Feb. Dec–Feb and Jun–Aug are drier with better rafting weather. Mar–May is wettest; the Nile runs high year-round, so rafting is possible any month.
When is the rainy season in Jinja?
Rain peaks in April with about 216 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Mar–May, Oct–Nov.
What is the hottest month in Jinja?
February, with average highs of 30°C (85°F).
How cold does Jinja get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 18°C (65°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.