UgandaAverage weather for Kampala in December
It's warm in December in Kampala with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 20°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Kampala with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 20°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps rise to around 30°C, with nights around 20°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Kampala is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In December, there is an average of 67 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Kampala in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
29°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
30°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
27°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
67 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
10 days | 17 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Kampala?
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Kampala. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2016, Kampala reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 16°C to a highest value of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Kampala
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Kampala, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Kampala
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Kampala, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in Kampala.
Daily UV index in December in Kampala
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Kampala, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Kampala over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Kampala, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Kampala over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Kampala, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Kampala
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kampala. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Kampala by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kampala. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
