May weather forecastCyangugu, Rwanda
May
Weather in May
As the fifth month of the year starts, Cyangugu experiences mild weather shifts. With a decrease in rainfall, the city starts to dry up, setting off a soft cooling effect. Though the wind speed gains momentum, the city prepares itself for less rainy days. The number of sunshine hours witnesses a mild increase, brightening up the climate. The highest pressure observed this year shoots up to 1014.6 mb, offering perfect weather for outdoor activities.Temperature
The coldest time of the year is May, with temperatures averaging a high of 22.8°C (73°F) and a low of 13.3°C (55.9°F).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 81%, May is the most humid month in Cyangugu.Rainfall
In Cyangugu, during May, the rain falls for 26.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 294.8 rainfall days, and 1224mm (48.19") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Cyangugu is 12h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:01 CAT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.UV index
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Cyangugu, Rwanda
- Average high temperature in May: 22.8°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (24.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (22.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 13.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (15.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (12.5°C).
Average pressure in May
Cyangugu, Rwanda
- Average pressure in May: 1014.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Cyangugu, Rwanda
- Average wind speed in May: 5.6km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May, June, July and August (5.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.1km/h).
Average humidity in May
Cyangugu, Rwanda
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).
Average rainfall in May
Cyangugu, Rwanda
- Average rainfall in May: 105mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (167mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (21mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Cyangugu, Rwanda
- Average rainfall days in May: 26.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and December (30.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (13.2 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cyangugu, 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: 8h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Cyangugu, Rwanda
- Average sunshine days in May: 2.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Cyangugu, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Cyangugu, Rwanda
- Average cloud cover in May: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in May
Cyangugu, Rwanda
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).
