Sunny conditions dominated the entire country with isolated light showers over Western Lake Victoria region in the afternoon.
sunny intervals expected across the country in the next three days.
| Region |
12AM–6AM
Early Morning
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6AM–12PM
Late Morning
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12PM–6PM
Afternoon
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6PM–12AM
Late Evening
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Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Central Northern | 21° | 29° | 33° | 24° | 27° |
| 2 | Eastern Kyoga | 21° | 29° | 33° | 24° | 27° |
| 3 | Northeastern | 21° | 29° | 33° | 24° | 27° |
| 4 | Northern Kyoga | 21° | 28° | 32° | 24° | 26° |
| 5 | Eastern parts of Central | 21° | 28° | 31° | 24° | 26° |
| 1 | Kigezi Highlands | 16° | 21° | 25° | 21° | 21° |
| 2 | Western Lake Victoria basin | 19° | 25° | 28° | 23° | 24° |
| 3 | Central Lake Victoria basin | 20° | 25° | 27° | 23° | 24° |
| 4 | Southwestern | 18° | 26° | 29° | 23° | 24° |
| 5 | Mt. Elgon highlands | 20° | 26° | 29° | 23° | 25° |
Sunny intervals Isolated Light Showers
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Sunny intervals• Seriously consider postponing your boat trip until the weather and lake conditions have improved
Moderate
South
Moderate
Good
Moderate winds, moderate waves and sunny intervals.
Moderate
South
Moderate
Good
Moderate winds, moderate waves and sunny intervals.
Moderate
South
Moderate
Good
Moderate winds, moderate waves and sunny intervals.
Moderate
South
Moderate
Good
Moderate winds, moderate waves and sunny intervals.
Moderate
South
Moderate
Good
Moderate winds, moderate waves and sunny intervals.
Moderate
South
Moderate
Good
Moderate winds, moderate waves and sunny intervals.
Moderate
South
Moderate
Good
Moderate winds, moderate waves and sunny intervals.
Moderate
South
Moderate
Good
Moderate winds, moderate waves and sunny intervals.
Wear life jackets at all times on Lake Victoria. Avoid night travel. Check zone hazard status before departure. Emergencies: NECOC toll-free 0800177777.
The June, July and August (JJA) period is generally a dry season over western region, parts of eastern region (including Busoga and the southern part of Bukedi sub-region) and central region. It marks the end of the first rainfall season and a harvesting period for seasonal crops in most parts of the country. However, for northern region and most parts of eastern region, JJA rainfall is a continuation of the MAM rainfall season.
Overall, the JJA 2026 climate outlook indicates that most parts of the country are expected to receive near normal to below normal (near average to below average) rainfall, and temperatures are expected to be warmer than average.
The major climate drivers expected to influence the June to August 2026 rainfall performance over Uganda include:
Meridional arm of the ITCZ expected to position the Congo Air Boundary over northern and eastern regions, enhancing rainfall there during the season.
Intra-seasonal variation of the MJO — eastward-moving pulse of clouds and rainfall — likely to affect timing and distribution of rainfall over some parts of the country
Warm SSTs over equatorial Central and Eastern Pacific Ocean expected to suppress JJA rainfall over most parts of the country
Topographic features (mountains cause orographic uplift); large water bodies and vegetation expected to influence sub-regional and local climate.
- Bumper harvest for low-moisture crops (vegetables, lettuce, spinach, fresh beans); Reduced post-harvest losses for coffee, millet, maize; Opportunity to clear gardens for second season.
- Reduced crop yields due to limited moisture; Pest and diseases e.g. coffee wilt and coffee borers; Flower abortion of coffee due to prolonged dry spell; Increased prices for annual crops e.g. simsim, soya beans.
- Plant drought tolerant varieties; Proper storage using post-harvest handling warehouses and cold chains; Value addition of bumper harvests e.g. banana harvests; Irrigation systems, mulching, pest and disease control; Home gardening of vegetables; Plant shorter growth and fast maturing crops
- Favourable conditions for fish preservation such as fish drying; Opportunity for de-silting fish ponds; Reduced migration of fish due to reduced water levels
- Dry up of ponds due to water scarcity; Reduced oxygen levels in water bodies resulting in reduced fish harvest; Breeding places disrupted by reduced water levels near shores; Reduced water quality; Reduction of natural fish food sources.
- Increase water supply to fish ponds; Water harvesting; Optimise stocking of fish in ponds; Use life jackets and avoid night travel on lakes; Ensure boats and fishing equipment are in good condition; Regularly follow weather updates and advisories before going out on lakes.
- De-silting of valley dams; Reduced pests and diseases from excess rainfall; Harvest and preservation of hay and silage; Increased opportunity for effective spraying and animal dipping
- Increased pests and diseases, e.g., African army worm; Increased heat stress in livestock; Reduced immunity; Respiratory diseases in poultry; Reduced milk production; Reduced water sources; Reduced pasture growth; Likely quarantine cases
- Strengthen vaccination and ensure timely deworming; Store animal feed properly; Regular disease surveillance; Spraying to prevent tick-borne diseases; Prepare for irrigation of pastures and alternative water sources; Appropriate housing with good ventilation for heat-sensitive livestock; Pasture preservation (hay, silage); Sparingly use available water; Reduce stocking rate; Construct and rehabilitate reserve tanks
- Honey production expected to be of high quality
- High mortality rate of bees; Reduced honey harvest; Black soldier flies mortality rate increases
- Avoid harmful pesticides near apiaries; Regularly inspect hives; Improve hygienic practices along honey value chain; Put up modern bee hives e.g. Kenya top bar hives; Provide water sources to the apiary; Maintain apiary sites e.g. fencing.
The JJA forecast indicates that most parts of northern and eastern will experience near normal to below normal rainfall, while central and western regions are expected to experience below normal conditions (drier conditions) thus impacting various socio-economic sectors, particularly agriculture and food security, health and water resources, among others.
The predicted rainfall and temperature require timely action to mitigate risks and take advantage of favorable conditions. This forecast should guide planning in all climate-sensitive sectors to enhance economic resilience and community well-being. The Ministry of Water and Environment, through the Department of Meteorological Services, will continue monitoring the weather patterns and regularly issue updates to support planning and decision-making. For more weather and climate information, please dial *901# on all networks or refer to the website: https://mwe.go.ug/weather.
Check back soon — alerts are issued when hazardous conditions are forecast.