Rwanda weather in May
Are you planning a trip to Rwanda in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Rwanda in May?
May in Rwanda generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Ruhengeri at 22°C to warm in Rwamagana at 27°C. At night it cools down to 18°C in Rwamagana and 13°C in Ruhengeri.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Rwamagana with an average of 73 mm to heavy rainfall in Ruhengeri with 220 mm. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 165 hours of sunlight anticipated in Kigali. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Rwanda in May, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Rwanda climate page.
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Average weather in Kigali
In May Kigali generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Ruhengeri
In May Ruhengeri generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Gisenyi
In May Gisenyi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Kacyiru
In May Kacyiru generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Kanombe
In May Kanombe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Rwanda?
We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Rwanda with overall perfect weather in Kigali. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit Rwanda is in January, February, May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Kigali.
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