January · Uganda
Best time to visit Kampala in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kampala in January
Average temperature 23°C, 52 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 69% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.8/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 52 mm
- Humidity
- 69%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Kampala scores 8.8/10 for nature and wildlife travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 23°C, 52 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Green hills of lakeside capital energy peak in June-August and December-February.
January in Kampala tops the year's climate scores
January averages 23°C (74°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.
Rainfall runs 52 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Kampala at 8.8/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kampala in January?
- In January, Kampala averages 23°C, 52 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.8/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Kampala?
- January earns a 8.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kampala in January?
- Expect about 52 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 69% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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