Temperatures in May
It's warm in May in Dodoma with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 18°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Dodoma in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Dodoma with hot temperatures, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights close to 18°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 27°C, with nights close to 17°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Dodoma will be around 27°C, with nights close to 16°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in May
In May, there is an average of 12 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The precipitation chance averages 12% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Dodoma. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Dodoma in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
26°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
27°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
26°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
12 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
4 days | 8 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Dodoma?
Want nice weather? Then May is a great time to be in Dodoma. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Dodoma in May
With 32°C, Dodoma hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2020. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2016. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 10°C to a high of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Dodoma
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Dodoma, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Dodoma
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Dodoma, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 4 days of rain in Dodoma.
Daily UV Index in May in Dodoma
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Dodoma, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Dodoma Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Dodoma, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Dodoma Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Dodoma, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Dodoma
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Average Weather in Dodoma by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Dodoma. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
