Kampala
Capital of Uganda
Kampala is the capital of Uganda and has a population of about 1.8 million. Visitors come to explore its cultural landmarks and historical sites.
What to see
The city features several significant landmarks. You can visit the Kasubi Tombs, which hold UNESCO status, or see the Uganda National Mosque. The Independence Monument stands as a key point of interest, and the Uganda Museum offers insight into the region. Additionally, Lubiri is worth a look.
When to go
Kampala experiences consistent temperatures throughout the year, with daily highs ranging between 23 °C and 25 °C and lows of 18 °C to 19 °C. Rainfall varies significantly, however. The driest periods are January and February, as well as July, which see fewer rainy days compared to the rest of the year. The wettest months are April, September, October, and November, each recording over 20 days of rain.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Entebbe International Airport, located 34 km away.
Top sights in Kampala
Weather by month
Temperatures stay much the same all year, around 21 °C on average. The wettest is April, with about 179 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 |
| Average low, °C | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 18 | 19 |
| Rainfall, mm | 74 | 62 | 142 | 179 | 154 | 76 | 67 | 96 | 121 | 152 | 157 | 109 |
| Rainy days | 11 | 11 | 20 | 24 | 23 | 17 | 11 | 17 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 18 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Kampala (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Lubiri