May weather forecastHoima, Uganda
May
Weather in May
May continues the rainy spell in Hoima as the city gets drenched with 161mm (6.34") of rainfall, observations denote this as the month with the maximum rainfall. Weather during this month is characterized by warm temperatures, increased humidity, and more cloud cover compared to the previous months. Despite the frequent rains, Hoima enjoys consistent daylight hours, encompassing the city in a unique blend of warmth and rain-sweet chill.Temperature
Hoima's coldest season falls during May, June and August, averaging a high-temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F).Humidity
May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 85%.Rainfall
In May, in Hoima, Uganda, the rain falls for 29.6 days. Throughout May, 161mm (6.34") of precipitation is accumulated. In Hoima, Uganda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 283.3 days and collects up to 1407mm (55.39") of precipitation.Daylight
In Hoima, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 11min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:58 EAT.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine in Hoima, Uganda, are May and October, with an average of 8.3h of sunshine.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Hoima is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Hoima, Uganda
- Average high temperature in May: 26.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (33°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are May, June and August (26.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 17.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (16.5°C).
Average pressure in May
Hoima, Uganda
- Average pressure in May: 1012.6mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.4mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Hoima, Uganda
- Average wind speed in May: 5.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (5.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (3.8km/h).
Average humidity in May
Hoima, Uganda
- Average humidity in May: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (49%).
Average rainfall in May
Hoima, Uganda
- Average rainfall in May: 161mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (240mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (13mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Hoima, Uganda
- Average rainfall days in May: 29.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Hoima, Uganda
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 18min
The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and October (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Hoima, Uganda
- Average sunshine days in May: 0.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are September and October (0.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Hoima, Uganda
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January and February (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July, September and October (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Hoima, Uganda
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in May
Hoima, Uganda
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, August, September, October and November (8km).
