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The weather in May in Uganda
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.
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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 Uganda. 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 32°C in 2022, Uganda 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 15°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 161 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Uganda
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Uganda. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Uganda | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 28°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 19°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 161 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 18 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Uganda with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 20°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 28°C, with nights around 20°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Uganda is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°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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The climate in Uganda is based on weather data from Kampala. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Uganda to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Uganda. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Uganda
Temperature in May in Uganda over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Uganda. 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 Uganda
Total precipitation in May in Uganda over the years
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.
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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.