Weather & Climate in Nakasongola, Uganda
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Nakasongola has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,579 feet.
Temperature
74°F Jan (23°C)
71°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 72.7°F |
| 35% above US avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,579 ft (1,091 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.3089°N, 32.4564°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
10 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.6.
| Oct 9, 1991 | 20 km N of Kigorobya, Uganda | M5.6 | 141 km | 33 km |
| Mar 15, 2011 | 16 km NNW of Kigorobya, Uganda | M5.0 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Feb 25, 2017 | 26 km W of Hoima, Uganda | M4.7 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Mar 18, 2004 | 53 km N of Kigorobya, Uganda | M4.7 | 146 km | 30 km |
| Jun 3, 1990 | 32 km NW of Apac, Uganda | M4.7 | 99 km | 10 km |
| Aug 11, 1990 | 30 km SE of Lugazi, Uganda | M4.5 | 147 km | 33 km |
| Apr 8, 2023 | 23 km SSW of Buliisa, Uganda | M4.3 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Jul 29, 1990 | 44 km NNE of Kiboga, Uganda | M4.3 | 58 km | 10 km |
| Aug 31, 2022 | 14 km NE of Buwenge, Uganda | M4.2 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Aug 26, 1995 | 50 km N of Kigorobya, Uganda | M4.0 | 149 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 74°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 5.3 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 71°F (21°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 4.5 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 5.3 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 2.1 in |
Nakasongola has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 71°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.3") and January the driest (1.1").