KAMPALA – The Department of Meteorological Services (DMS) at the Ministry of Water and Environment has announced a significant shift in weather patterns across Uganda as the country transitions from the March–May rainy season into the June–July–August dry season.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!The development was confirmed in the latest monthly weather update from the Department of Meteorological Services (DMS), which indicated that most parts of Uganda will receive below-average to near-normal rainfall, with prolonged dry spells and warmer temperatures expected.
The forecast indicates that Southwestern, Central, parts of Eastern, and Karamoja regions will receive below-average rainfall during June, while Northern Uganda and some parts of the Eastern region can expect average to below-average rainfall.
Rainfall will be largely suppressed across Uganda during the first ten days of June, followed by isolated rains around mid-June over Northern and parts of Eastern Uganda, before declining sharply and remaining low through the end of the month.
Meteorologists attribute the dry outlook to several climatic factors, including a developing El Niño signal over the Central and Eastern Pacific Ocean, which tends to suppress June rainfall over Uganda.
The Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) will shift northward, and regional pressure systems such as the Arabian Ridge and Mascarene High will limit moisture transport.
As drier conditions prevail, average temperatures are expected to rise across Uganda. Maximum temperatures will range between 28°C and 30°C in parts of West Nile, Northern, and Eastern regions, while much of the country will see highs of 22°C to 26°C.
In the north, minimum temperatures will range from 18°C to 22°C, dropping to between 12°C and 18°C in other areas. Meanwhile, highland regions such as Mt. Elgon and Ruwenzori will experience lows below 12°C.
The Ministry of Water and Environment urged farmers to promote water conservation, plant drought-tolerant and early-maturing crops, use mulching, and prioritize irrigation where possible.
The Ministry also advised livestock keepers to store adequate water and fodder, avoid overgrazing, and closely monitor animals for signs of heat stress.
Health officials and local governments are advised to prepare for heat-related illnesses, water scarcity, and dust-related respiratory conditions, while ensuring sufficient water supplies in schools, health facilities, and vulnerable communities.
The general public is encouraged to use water sparingly, repair leaks, and harvest rainwater whenever it occurs, as all stakeholders are called upon to prevent bushfires, avoid indiscriminate burning of vegetation, and protect wetlands and water sources.
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