Weather in Queen Elizabeth National Park

BEST TIME TO VISIT Uganda

Northern Uganda (Murchison Falls, Kidepo Valley, Gulu):

Best Time: December to February, June to September

Month	Best Time	Average Time	Worst Time
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Climate: Northern Uganda has a hot, semi-arid climate. The dry seasons (December to February and June to September) are ideal for wildlife viewing, especially in Kidepo and Murchison Falls. The wet season (April to May, November) can make travel more challenging due to muddy roads.

Worst Time: April, May, and November due to heavy rains.

Central Uganda (Kampala, Entebbe, Lake Victoria):

Best Time: June to September, December to February

Month	Best Time	Average Time	Worst Time
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Climate: Central Uganda enjoys a tropical climate with consistent temperatures. The dry seasons (June to September and December to February) offer the most pleasant weather. The wet season (March to May, October to November) can bring heavy rain, particularly in April and May.

Worst Time: April and May due to heavy downpours.

Western Uganda (Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth, Rwenzori Mountains):

Best Time: June to August, December to February

Month	Best Time	Average Time	Worst Time
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Climate: Western Uganda is mountainous and experiences cooler temperatures. Gorilla trekking in Bwindi and Rwenzori hiking are best during the dry seasons, when trails are more accessible. The rainy season (March to May, November) can make trekking and hiking more difficult.

Worst Time: April, May, and November due to slippery trails and frequent rain.

Key:

•  Green: Best time to visit.
•  Orange: Average time to visit, decent weather but with some drawbacks.
•  Red: Worst time to visit, due to extreme weather conditions like heavy rain or difficult travel conditions.

This guide should help you decide when to visit each region of Uganda for optimal weather conditions and travel experiences.