Jinja weather in May (Uganda)

What weather conditions can you expect in Jinja this May? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Jinja generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 27°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 20°C.

Precipitation

Jinja in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 225 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 21 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 127 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

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

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

 

Jinja, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 71%  

Precipitation 225 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 127 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Kampala, Uganda (70 KM, 43 Miles).

Where to go in Uganda in May

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Weather conditions Weather

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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.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Jinja.

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