September · Uganda
Best time to visit Kampala in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kampala in September
Average temperature 23°C, 173 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
7.3/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 173 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
September in Kampala scores 7.3/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 23°C, 173 mm of rain, and roughly 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Green hills of lakeside capital energy peak in June-August and December-February.
September in Kampala — reliably good (9th best month)
Trail conditions at 23°C (73°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in September; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
173 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 7.3/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 8.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, January is materially better in Kampala — 1.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kampala in September?
- In September, Kampala averages 23°C, 173 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.3/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Kampala?
- September earns a 7.3/10 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 September?
- Expect about 173 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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