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Kigoma weather in May (Tanzania)

Looking to travel to Kigoma in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Kigoma generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 28°C. But by evening, they drop to around 23°C.

Kigoma in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 175 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 9 days of the month will see rainfall.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kigoma climate page with graphs.

 

Kigoma, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 175 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 72%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  

Where to go in Tanzania in May

Find out more about the weather in Tanzania in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Kigoma in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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