Mbarara weather in May (Uganda)

How does the May weather in Mbarara compare to other months? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The weather in Mbarara during May is usually perfect, offering high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 27°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 17°C.

Precipitation

Mbarara in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 20 days of rain.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Mbarara, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 67%  

Precipitation 89 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 74%  

Where to go in Uganda in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

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.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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