May weather forecastRwamagana, Rwanda
May
Weather in May
May carries the previewed cooling trend further, presenting a temperature range from 14°C (57.2°F) to 22.8°C (73°F). Despite the decrease in temperature, a reduction in rainfall to 146mm (5.75") is observed compared to April. Rwamagana's weather in May is characterized by the lowest sunshine hours of the year at 7.7 hours. However, visibility remains constant at 8km (5mi), even though cloud cover rises to 47%. With an unchanged UV index, Rwamagana residents continue to exercise moderate sun protection.Temperature
May is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 22.8°C (73°F) and an average low of 14°C (57.2°F).Humidity
May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 86%.Rainfall
In Rwamagana, Rwanda, in May, during 28.3 rainfall days, 146mm (5.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rwamagana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 279 days and collects up to 1291mm (50.83") of precipitation.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 2min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:56 CAT.
Sunshine
With an average of 7.7h of sunshine, May has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are February through June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Rwamagana, Rwanda
- Average high temperature in May: 22.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (26.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (22.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 14°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (16.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (13.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Rwamagana, Rwanda
- Average pressure in May: 1015mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.6mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Rwamagana, 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 November (4.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Rwamagana, Rwanda
- Average humidity in May: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).
Average rainfall in May
Rwamagana, Rwanda
- Average rainfall in May: 146mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (186mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (13mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Rwamagana, Rwanda
- Average rainfall days in May: 28.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and November (29.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (7.8 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rwamagana, Rwanda
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 0min
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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Rwamagana, Rwanda
- Average sunshine days in May: 1.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Rwamagana, Rwanda
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Rwamagana, Rwanda
- Average cloud cover in May: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in May
Rwamagana, Rwanda
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are February, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April and May (8km).
