Temperatures in May
It's warm in May in Uganda with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 20°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Uganda 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 Uganda with hot temperatures, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights close to 20°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
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 rises to around 28°C, with nights close to 20°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
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 Uganda will be around 27°C, with nights close to 20°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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 161 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 48% per day this month. Though it seems average, the weather’s variable. Some days have higher, others lower precipitation chances.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Uganda. 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.
Uganda in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
27°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
28°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
26°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
161 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
15 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 Uganda?
After some sun? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Uganda. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Uganda in May
With 32°C, Uganda hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 15°C to a high of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Uganda
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Uganda, 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 Uganda
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Uganda, 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 15 days of rain in Uganda.
Daily UV Index in May in Uganda
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Uganda, 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 Uganda Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Uganda, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Uganda Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Uganda, 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 Uganda
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Uganda. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Uganda by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Uganda. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
