May weather forecast
Nyagatare, Rwanda

May

Weather in May

Consistent with April's pattern, May in Nyagatare embodies the heart of the wet season. The month is known for maintaining the momentum of the wet season, but with a gradual decrease in rainfall to 225mm (8.86"). As the month progresses, the city experiences a decrease in temperature as well. May, with its characteristic moist conditions, boasts lush and vibrant natural landscapes. The weather during May can be an awe-inspiring sight for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

Temperature

During the coldest month, May, temperatures average a high of 19.9°C (67.8°F) and a low of 12.7°C (54.9°F).

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In Nyagatare, Rwanda, during May, the rain falls for 30.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 225mm (8.86") of precipitation. In Nyagatare, during the entire year, the rain falls for 313.2 days and collects up to 2163mm (85.16") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:57 CAT.

Sunshine

May has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, May through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?
In Nyagatare, May registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 19.9°C (67.8°F) at the peak and 12.7°C (54.9°F) at the lowest.
What is the temperature in May?
Nyagatare in May has an average high-temperature of 19.9°C (67.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 12.7°C (54.9°F).
What is the most humid month?
May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.
What is the average humidity in May?
The average relative humidity in May is 89%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In Nyagatare, during May, the rain falls for 30.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 225mm (8.86") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in May?
In May, the average day length is 12h and 4min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:57 CAT.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
May has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Nyagatare have in May?
In Nyagatare, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.3h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Nyagatare?
The months with the highest UV index are January through March, May through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
How high is the UV index in May in Nyagatare?
In Nyagatare, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Nyagatare, Rwanda
  • Average high temperature in May: 19.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (23.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (19.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 12.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (11.9°C).

Average pressure in May
Nyagatare, Rwanda
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Nyagatare, Rwanda
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.2km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (7.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Nyagatare, Rwanda
  • Average humidity in May: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (67%).

Average rainfall in May
Nyagatare, Rwanda
  • Average rainfall in May: 225mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (293mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (45mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Nyagatare, Rwanda
  • Average rainfall days in May: 30.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (15.3 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Nyagatare, Rwanda
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Nyagatare, Rwanda
  • Average sunshine days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (13.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and November (0 days).

Average UV index in May
Nyagatare, Rwanda
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are April and October (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May
Nyagatare, Rwanda
  • Average cloud cover in May: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Nyagatare, Rwanda
  • Average visibility in May: 7km

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

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