May weather forecastGatare, Rwanda

May

Weather in May

The rains recede to 105mm (4.13") in May, offering residents a respite from the relentless downpour of April. This month is distinguished by its impressive cloud cover, with 40% of the sky usually covered in clouds. Both day and night temperatures remain reliably constant in May, similar to the other months. One marks a sustaining balance between the moisture levels and the sunshine. The faint knots of the wind carry the delightful freshness of the blooms, adding to the city's charm.

Temperature

The month of May sees the lowest average temperatures in Gatare, reaching 22.8°C (73°F) at the peak and 13.3°C (55.9°F) at the low.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 26.3 days. Throughout May, 105mm (4.13") of precipitation is accumulated. 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 is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:00 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Gatare. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

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).

During May, Gatare experiences an average high-temperature of 22.8°C (73°F) and a low-temperature of 13.3°C (55.9°F).

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

In Gatare, in May, during 26.3 rainfall days, 105mm (4.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in May is 12h and 1min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:00 CAT.

In Gatare, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

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

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

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Gatare, 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
Gatare, 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
Gatare, 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
Gatare, 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
Gatare, 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
Gatare, 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
Gatare, 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
Gatare, 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
Gatare, 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
Gatare, 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
Gatare, 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).