May weather forecast
Bungoma, Kenya

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Weather in May

May sustains the trend of April by continuing to be part of the long rainy season. Compared to April, the weather becomes slightly cooler, marking the beginning of the path towards the cooler months of June and July. May wears an overcast bureaucratic mantle, with frequent rain showers that make the surroundings look remarkably fresh and inviting. The region records the highest monthly rainfall amounting to 175mm (6.89"). Evenings unfold into a romantic tableau with cooler temperatures and light breezes.

Temperature

Bungoma's average high-temperature in May is a still moderately hot 24.3°C (75.7°F), indicating a subtle variation from April. Nighttime temperatures in May average to a refreshing 14.6°C (58.3°F) in Bungoma.

Humidity

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Bungoma. Rain falls for 25.9 days and accumulates 175mm (6.89") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bungoma, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of May, in Bungoma, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:44 EAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is May, with an average of 8.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bungoma, Kenya, are April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Jan 31, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Bungoma?
In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Bungoma are 24.3°C (75.7°F) and 14.6°C (58.3°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in March is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).
What are the most humid months in Bungoma?
The months with the highest humidity in Bungoma, Kenya, are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 85%.
What is the average humidity in May in Bungoma?
In May, the average relative humidity is 85%.
What is the rainiest month in Bungoma?
May is the month with the most rainfall in Bungoma, Kenya. Rain falls for 25.9 days and accumulates 175mm (6.89") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Bungoma in May?
In May, in Bungoma, Kenya, the rain falls for 25.9 days. Throughout May, 175mm (6.89") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in May in Bungoma?
In Bungoma, the average day length in May is 12h and 9min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Bungoma?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:44 EAT.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Bungoma?
May has the least sunshine of the year in Bungoma, with an average of 8.8h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in May in Bungoma?
In May, the average sunshine duration in Bungoma, Kenya, is 8.8h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Bungoma?
The months with the lowest UV index in Bungoma are April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
What is the UV index reading in May in Bungoma?
In Bungoma, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Apr
May
Jun
Average high temperature
26.4°C
24.3°C
23.8°C
Average low temperature
15.3°C
14.6°C
13.7°C
Average pressure
1012.9mbar
1014.1mbar
1015.2mbar
Average wind speed
6.4km/h
5.5km/h
5.4km/h
Average max. wind speed
7.3km/h
6.3km/h
6km/h
Average wind speed gusts
10.5km/h
9.1km/h
8.9km/h
Average humidity
78%
85%
85%
Average rainfall
150mm
175mm
80mm
Average rainfall days
23.8
25.9
23
Average daylight
12h 1min
12h 1min
12h 1min
Average sunshine
8h 5min
8h 5min
9h 1min
Average sunshine days
5
4.3
5.8
Average UV index
5
5
5
Average cloud cover
36%
41%
40%
Average visibility
9km
8km
8km
Average temperature in May
Bungoma, Kenya
  • Average high temperature in May: 24.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 14.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (13.7°C).

Average pressure in May
Bungoma, Kenya
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.1mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Bungoma, Kenya
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.4km/h).

Average humidity in May
Bungoma, Kenya
  • Average humidity in May: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (54%).

Average rainfall in May
Bungoma, Kenya
  • Average rainfall in May: 175mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (175mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (35mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Bungoma, Kenya
  • Average rainfall days in May: 25.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (25.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bungoma, Kenya
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bungoma, Kenya
  • Average sunshine days in May: 4.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Bungoma, Kenya
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and March (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Bungoma, Kenya
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in May
Bungoma, Kenya
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and June (8km).

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