The weather in May in Bujumbura
It's warm in May in Bujumbura with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 18°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Bujumbura. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Bujumbura, Burundi. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2023, Bujumbura reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 97 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Bujumbura
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Bujumbura. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
Bujumbura | New York | |
---|---|---|
Average temperature | 28°C | 22°C |
Max. temperature | 29°C | 28°C |
Min. temperature | 17°C | -5°C |
Total precipitation | 97 mm | 105 mm |
Rainy days | 13 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Bujumbura with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 18°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 28°C, with nights around 18°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Bujumbura is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Bujumbura, Burundi. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Bujumbura
Temperature in May in Bujumbura over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Bujumbura, Burundi. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Bujumbura
Total precipitation in May in Bujumbura over the years
Daily UV index in May in Bujumbura
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Bujumbura, 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.
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Average weather in Bujumbura by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Bujumbura. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.