May weather forecastHuye, Rwanda

May

Weather in May

May brings a change in Huye's weather patterns. The rainfall sees a decrease to 97mm (3.82"), providing a needed breather after four months of heavy precipitation. Temperatures remain high, yet bearable, underscoring the transition from the rainy to the dry season. The weather sets a dazzling stage for Rwanda's mesmerizing sunsets, painting the skies in hues of crimson and gold. Despite the drop in rainfall, the city continues to enjoy a verdant environment, making May an appealing month for visitors.

Temperature

May stands out as Huye's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 21.3°C (70.3°F) and a low-temperature of 13.3°C (55.9°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 88%, May is the most humid month in Huye.

Rainfall

In Huye, during May, the rain falls for 25 days and regularly aggregates up to 97mm (3.82") of precipitation. In Huye, during the entire year, the rain falls for 272.8 days and collects up to 1185mm (46.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Huye, Rwanda, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of May, 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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

With its average high temperature of 21.3°C (70.3°F) and a low of 13.3°C (55.9°F), May is regarded as the coldest month.

The high-temperature, in May, in Huye, is 21.3°C (70.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to 13.3°C (55.9°F).

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

In Huye, the average relative humidity in May is 88%.

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

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

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, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:58 CAT.

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

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.8h.

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.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

22.2°C

21.3°C

21.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.3km/h

5.8km/h

6.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

3.3

4.6

10.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Huye, 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).

Average pressure in May
Huye, 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).

Average wind speed in May
Huye, 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).

Average humidity in May
Huye, 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%).

Average rainfall in May
Huye, 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).

Average rainfall days in May
Huye, 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).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Huye, 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 48min

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).

Average sunshine days in May
Huye, 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).

Average UV index in May
Huye, 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).