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Weather in May

May in Rwanda marks the tail-end of the long rainy season. As always, Kigali serves as a good barometer of the weather due to its central location and representative altitude. Although the month sees considerable rainfall, it is less intense compared to April, and temperatures remain generally warm.

In May, average temperatures are similar to those in April, typically oscillating between 18°C (64.4°F) to 26°C (78.8°F). Despite the frequent showers, the overall climate remains comfortably warm, providing suitable conditions for various activities during the drier parts of the day.

The rainfall in May sees a reduction from the peak in April, averaging 100mm (3.94") for the month. This decrease signals the transition from the long rainy season towards the drier months of June and July. As in the preceding months, the rain generally falls in the form of late afternoon and evening showers, leaving mornings relatively clear and dry.

Comparatively, May is less wet than April and significantly wetter than the following month of June. Visitors during this month should still be prepared for regular rainfall, especially in the afternoons and evenings. However, with the decrease in precipitation towards the end of the month, May offers a window into Rwanda's upcoming dry season, making it an appealing time for those wishing to experience the country's lush landscapes and diverse wildlife.

  • Kigali - May »
    The months with the highest UV index in Kigali are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Kigali.
  • Butare - May »
    On the last day of the month, in Butare sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:58 CAT. May is the coldest month of the year in Butare registering average temperatures as high as 21.3°C (70.3°F) and as low as 13.3°C (55.9°F).
  • Gitarama - May »
    May is Gitarama's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 22.8°C (73°F) and lows of 14°C (57.2°F). In Gitarama during the entire year, the rain falls for 279 days and collects up to 1291mm (50.83") of precipitation.
  • Cyangugu - May »
    January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Cyangugu, Rwanda. As the fifth month of the year starts, Cyangugu experiences mild weather shifts.
  • Rwamagana - May »
    The coldest month in Rwamagana is May, with an average high-temperature of 22.8°C (73°F) and an average low-temperature of 14°C (57.2°F). Rwamagana's weather in May is characterized by the lowest sunshine hours of the year at 7.7 hours.
  • Nyagatare - May »
    The months with the highest UV index in Nyagatare, Rwanda, are January through March, May through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. The months with the highest UV index in Nyagatare, Rwanda, are January through March, May through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
  • Gatsibo - May »
    Gatsibo's temperature records reveal May as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 22.8°C (73°F) and lows of 14°C (57.2°F). On the last day of the month, in Gatsibo, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:57 CAT.
  • Nyamagabe - May »
    In Nyamagabe the month of May is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 21.3°C (70.3°F) and a low of 13.3°C (55.9°F). January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Nyamagabe, Rwanda.
  • Rutsiro - May »
    April and May, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are the most humid months in Rutsiro. The months with the highest UV index in Rutsiro are January through May, July through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
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