May weather forecast
Cyangugu, 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.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?
With average high temperatures of 22.8°C (73°F) and lows of 13.3°C (55.9°F), May is the coldest month in Cyangugu.
What are May temperatures?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 22.8°C (73°F) and 13.3°C (55.9°F) respectively.
What is the most humid month?
May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.
What is the average humidity in May?
The average relative humidity in May is 81%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In Cyangugu, in May, it is raining for 26.3 days, with typically 105mm (4.13") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Cyangugu have in May?
In Cyangugu, the average day length in May is 12h and 1min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Cyangugu?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:01 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in May?
The average sunshine duration in May in Cyangugu is 8.7h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
When is the lowest UV index in Cyangugu?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in May?
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Cyangugu is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average humidity
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Cyangugu, Rwanda
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
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
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
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
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
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 /
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 4min

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
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
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
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
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).

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