May weather forecast
Butare, Rwanda

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Weather in May

In May, weather conditions in Butare show a shift. The amount of rainfall notably decreases, with 97mm (3.82") recorded and spread over 25 days. There is a noticeable dip in the highest average temperature to 21.3°C (70.3°F), the lowest so far this year. This cooling trend paired with lower rainfall indicates the beginning of a relatively drier and colder season as the city transitions into the middle of the year.

Temperature

May is the coldest month of the year in Butare, Rwanda, registering average temperatures as high as 21.3°C (70.3°F) and as low as 13.3°C (55.9°F).

Humidity

May is the most humid month in Butare, Rwanda, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Butare, in May, it is raining for 25 days, with typically 97mm (3.82") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 272.8 rainfall days, and 1185mm (46.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Butare, Rwanda, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:58 CAT.

Sunshine

May has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Butare?

May is the coldest month in Butare, Rwanda, with an average high-temperature of 21.3°C (70.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 13.3°C (55.9°F).

What is the average May temperature in Butare?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 21.3°C (70.3°F) and 13.3°C (55.9°F) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Butare?

May is the most humid month in Butare, Rwanda, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in May in Butare?

The average relative humidity in May in Butare is 88%.

How many days does it rain in May in Butare?

In Butare, Rwanda, in May, it is raining for 25 days, with typically 97mm (3.82") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Butare have in May?

In Butare, Rwanda, the average day length in May is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Butare?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, in Butare, Rwanda, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:58 CAT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Butare?

The month with the least sunshine in Butare is May, with an average of 7.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Butare have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Butare, Rwanda, is 7.8h.

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

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Butare?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Butare?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Butare is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Butare, Rwanda

Average temperature in May - Butare, Rwanda
  • Average high temperature in May: 21.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (21.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 13.3°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 (12.8°C).

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Average pressure in May
Butare, Rwanda

Average pressure in May - Butare, Rwanda
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Butare, Rwanda

Average wind speed in May - Butare, Rwanda
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (7.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.4km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Butare, Rwanda

Average humidity in May - Butare, Rwanda
  • Average humidity in May: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).

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Average rainfall in May
Butare, Rwanda

Average rainfall in May - Butare, Rwanda
  • Average rainfall in May: 97mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (158mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (17mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Butare, Rwanda

Average rainfall days in May - Butare, Rwanda
  • Average rainfall days in May: 25 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (28.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (10.5 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Butare, Rwanda

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Butare, Rwanda
  • 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: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Butare, Rwanda

Average sunshine days in May - Butare, Rwanda
  • Average sunshine days in May: 4.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (1.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Butare, Rwanda

Average UV index in May - Butare, Rwanda
  • 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
Butare, Rwanda

Average cloud cover in May - Butare, Rwanda
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in May
Butare, Rwanda

Average visibility in May - Butare, Rwanda
  • Average visibility in May: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April and May (7km).

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