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Central Uganda Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Central Uganda, Uganda in May.

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Kampala Entebbe Jinja Njeru

Considering a trip to Central Uganda, Uganda this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Central Uganda in May

Central Uganda, Uganda is a region in Uganda. May in Central Uganda generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) in Kampala.

To explore the conditions in Central Uganda, Uganda in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Entebbe with an average of 201 mm (7.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Njeru with 228 mm (9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Kampala typically sees 127 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Central Uganda in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Central Uganda.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Central Uganda

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Central Uganda, Uganda?

Temperature range in Central Uganda (May)

Precipitation variation in Central Uganda (May)

Kampala

In May Kampala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
127 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
240 mm (9.4 in)
202 mm (8 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
21 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Kampala →

Entebbe

In May Entebbe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
192 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
252 mm (9.9 in)
201 mm (7.9 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
21 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Entebbe →

Jinja

In May Jinja generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
127 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
265 mm (10 in)
225 mm (8.9 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Jinja →

Njeru

In May Njeru generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
127 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
267 mm (11 in)
228 mm (9 in)
160 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Njeru →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Central Uganda, in Uganda.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Central Uganda in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kampala 26°C (79°F) 20°C (68°F) 202 mm (8 in)
Entebbe 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 201 mm (7.9 in)
Jinja 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 225 mm (8.9 in)
Njeru 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 228 mm (9 in)

Central Uganda weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Central Uganda, Uganda in May?

In May, Central Uganda, Uganda generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Kampala sees daytime temperatures near 26°C (79°F), with nights cooling to roughly 20°C (68°F).

What is the average temperature in Central Uganda, Uganda in May?

Daytime temperatures in Kampala peak at roughly 26°C (79°F) in May, dropping to about 20°C (68°F) overnight.

Does Central Uganda, Uganda get a lot of rain in May?

Yes. May brings heavy rainfall to Central Uganda, Uganda, with Kampala averaging around 202 mm (8 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Central Uganda, Uganda?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Central Uganda, Uganda with often unpleasant weather in Kampala.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October and December offering mostly pleasant weather in Kampala. The weather in April and May, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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