Uganda – gorillas and the source of the Nile
A mountain gorilla family met on foot through cloud forest, white water rapids at the point where the Nile officially begins, and a permit system that keeps both the gorillas and the moment rare.
The best time to visit Uganda – gorillas and the source of the Nile is Jun–Sep, Dec–Feb, when typical daytime highs reach about 25°C (78°F). Local time there is 15:14 (UTC+3).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
January · high 78°F · rain 3.9in · 12.1h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Entebbe, this page’s gateway
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C78°F | 100mm3.9in | 12.1h12.1h | in the recommended window |
| February | 26°C79°F | 101mm4.0in | 12.1h12.1h | in the recommended window |
| March | 25°C78°F | 168mm6.6in | 12.1h12.1h | |
| April | 24°C76°F | 257mm10.1in | 12.1h12.1h | |
| May | 24°C75°F | 209mm8.2in | 12.1h12.1h | |
| June | 24°C75°F | 97mm3.8in | 12.1h12.1h | in the recommended window |
| July | 24°C75°F | 58mm2.3in | 12.1h12.1h | in the recommended window |
| August | 25°C77°F | 112mm4.4in | 12.1h12.1h | in the recommended window |
| September | 25°C77°F | 139mm5.5in | 12.1h12.1h | in the recommended window |
| October | 25°C78°F | 158mm6.2in | 12.1h12.1h | |
| November | 25°C76°F | 253mm10.0in | 12.1h12.1h | |
| December | 25°C77°F | 156mm6.1in | 12.1h12.1h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Currency
- UGX · Ugandan shilling
- Language
- English, Swahili
- Plug
- G
- Driving
- on the left
United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 240 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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