May weather forecastMasaka, Uganda
May
Weather in May
May brings with it the pinnacle of the rainy season. The city witnesses the year's maximum of 130mm (5.12") rainfall accompanied by increased cloud cover. This increase in precipitation results in a reduction of sunshine hours, contributing to a cooler atmosphere. Although May doesn't score high on warmer temperatures, it offers a locale rich in moisture and refreshing greenery. To sum it up, May symbolizes the bliss of the Masaka monsoon at its very best.Temperature
May tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 23.9°C (75°F) and a low of 17°C (62.6°F).Humidity
May and November, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Masaka, in May, it is raining for 25.4 days, with typically 130mm (5.12") of accumulated precipitation. In Masaka, Uganda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 253.4 days and collects up to 1018mm (40.08") of precipitation.Daylight
In Masaka, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 6min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of May, in Masaka, Uganda, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:53 EAT.
Sunshine
April and May, with an average of 8.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are April through June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Masaka, Uganda
- Average high temperature in May: 23.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (23.9°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 17°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are February and August (18°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (16.7°C).
Average pressure in May
Masaka, Uganda
- Average pressure in May: 1013.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.4mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Masaka, Uganda
- Average wind speed in May: 10.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (7.7km/h).
Average humidity in May
Masaka, Uganda
- Average humidity in May: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and November (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (66%).
Average rainfall in May
Masaka, Uganda
- Average rainfall in May: 130mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (159mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (16mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Masaka, Uganda
- Average rainfall days in May: 25.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (28.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (10.6 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Masaka, Uganda
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 6min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 24min
The months with the most sunshine are January, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Masaka, Uganda
- Average sunshine days in May: 3.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (0.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Masaka, Uganda
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Masaka, Uganda
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in May
Masaka, Uganda
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (9km).
