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The weather in May in Rwanda
It's warm in May in Rwanda with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 18°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Rwanda. 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 29°C in 2014, Rwanda reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 20°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 125 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Rwanda
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Rwanda. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Rwanda | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 26°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 27°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 16°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 125 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 15 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Rwanda with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 18°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 26°C, with nights around 17°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 Rwanda is around 27°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 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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Rwanda. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Rwanda
Temperature in May in Rwanda over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Rwanda. 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 Rwanda
Total precipitation in May in Rwanda over the years
Daily UV index in May in Rwanda
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Rwanda, 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 Rwanda by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Rwanda. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.