September · Uganda
Best time to visit Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in September
Average temperature 22°C, 178 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 70% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
7.6/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 178 mm
- Humidity
- 70%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
September in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest scores 7.6/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 22°C, 178 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in southwest Uganda is an ancient rainforest where gorilla families are tracked on foot.
September in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest: strong conditions, 8th of 12
September averages 22°C (72°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.
At 178 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 7.6/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 9.6/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? July scores 2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in September?
- In September, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest averages 22°C, 178 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.6/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Bwindi Impenetrable Forest?
- September earns a 7.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in September?
- Expect about 178 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 70% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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