Temperature in Uganda in May

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Uganda this May.

Uganda, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 23°C (73°F) in Kisoro to 31°C (88°F) in Murchison Falls National Park. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Murchison Falls National Park and 14°C (57°F) in Kisoro.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Uganda in May?

To get a sense of May's typical temperatures in the key spots of Uganda, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Best Places to Visit in Uganda in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Uganda temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Uganda in May?

Average daytime highs in Uganda during May reach about 26°C (79°F) in Kampala.

How cold does it get at night in Uganda in May?

Kampala sees nighttime lows close to 20°C (68°F) in May.

What is the warmest city in May in Uganda?

Murchison Falls National Park tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 21°C (70°F).

What is the coldest city in May in Uganda?

When looking through our records, we find that Kisoro stands out as the coolest city in Uganda for the month of May. Daytime highs average 23°C (73°F) and it cools down to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

How much sun does Uganda get in May?

Across Uganda, sunshine in May ranges from moderately sunny in Kabale (115 hours) to sunny in Gulu (242 hours).

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