October · Uganda
Best time to visit Kampala in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kampala in October
Average temperature 22°C, 200 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
7.4/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 200 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
October in Kampala scores 7.4/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 22°C, 200 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Green hills of lakeside capital energy peak in June-August and December-February.
October in Kampala: strong conditions, 8th of 12
October 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.
Monthly rainfall reaches 200 mm — wet for this destination — but about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 7.4/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 8.8/10 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.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kampala in October?
- In October, Kampala averages 22°C, 200 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.4/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Kampala?
- October earns a 7.4/10 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 October?
- Expect about 200 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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