May weather forecast
Bujumbura, Burundi

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A wooden boat on the sandy shores of Lake Tanganyika in Bujumbura, Burundi
A wooden boat on the sandy shores of Lake Tanganyika in Bujumbura, Burundi

Weather in May

The weather in May takes a somewhat different trajectory compared to April. Highlighted by a significant drop in rainfall to 114mm (4.49"), the month also experiences a decrease in cloud cover. While the average high and low temperatures decrease slightly, they still retain the characteristic warmth of Bujumbura. A significant change in several weather parameters occurs as we move into June.

Temperature

Bujumbura's coldest temperatures are experienced in May, with average high temperatures of 21.3°C (70.3°F) and lows of 13.4°C (56.1°F).

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In Bujumbura, in May, it is raining for 24.8 days, with typically 114mm (4.49") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 256.8 rainfall days, and 1091mm (42.95") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of May in Bujumbura, Burundi, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:58 CAT.

Sunshine

May has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bujumbura are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Bujumbura. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Bujumbura?

With an average high-temperature of 21.3°C (70.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 13.4°C (56.1°F), May is the coldest month.

What is the average May temperature in Bujumbura?

The high-temperature in Bujumbura during May is 21.3°C (70.3°F) and the low-temperature is 13.4°C (56.1°F).

What is the most humid month in Bujumbura?

With an average relative humidity of 84%, May is the most humid month in Bujumbura, Burundi.

What is the average humidity in May in Bujumbura?

In Bujumbura, the average relative humidity in May is 84%.

How much does it rain in Bujumbura in May?

In Bujumbura, during May, the rain falls for 24.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 114mm (4.49") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May in Bujumbura?

The average day length in May is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Bujumbura?

On the first day of May in Bujumbura, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:58 CAT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Bujumbura?

May has the least sunshine of the year in Bujumbura, Burundi, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Bujumbura have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Bujumbura is 6.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Bujumbura?

The months with the highest UV index in Bujumbura, Burundi, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bujumbura?

The months with the lowest UV index in Bujumbura are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Bujumbura?

In Bujumbura, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bujumbura, Burundi

Average temperature in May - Bujumbura, Burundi
  • Average high temperature in May: 21.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (23.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (21.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 13.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (15.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (12.4°C).

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Average pressure in May
Bujumbura, Burundi

Average pressure in May - Bujumbura, Burundi
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February, October and November (1012.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Bujumbura, Burundi

Average wind speed in May - Bujumbura, Burundi
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (6.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.5km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Bujumbura, Burundi

Average humidity in May - Bujumbura, Burundi
  • Average humidity in May: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (62%).

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Average rainfall in May
Bujumbura, Burundi

Average rainfall in May - Bujumbura, Burundi
  • Average rainfall in May: 114mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (167mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (9mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Bujumbura, Burundi

Average rainfall days in May - Bujumbura, Burundi
  • Average rainfall days in May: 24.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (29.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (7 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bujumbura, Burundi

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bujumbura, Burundi
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Bujumbura, Burundi

Average sunshine days in May - Bujumbura, Burundi
  • Average sunshine days in May: 4.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (0.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Bujumbura, Burundi

Average UV index in May - Bujumbura, Burundi
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in May
Bujumbura, Burundi

Average cloud cover in May - Bujumbura, Burundi
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in May
Bujumbura, Burundi

Average visibility in May - Bujumbura, Burundi
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April and May (8km).

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