KenyaAverage weather for Busia in May
It's warm in May in Busia 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 18°C and 20°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Busia with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 20°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 29°C, with nights around 20°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Busia is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In May, there is an average of 227 mm of precipitation, spread over 27 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Busia in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
28°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
29°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
27°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
227 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
27 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 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 Busia?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Busia. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2015, Busia reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 21°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Busia
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Busia, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Busia
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Busia, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed 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 it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 27 days of precipitation in Busia.
Daily UV index in May in Busia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Busia, 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 Busia over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Busia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Busia over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Busia, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Busia
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Average weather in Busia by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Busia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
