Ssese Islands Weather in May

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

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Kalangala Bugombe

Considering a trip to the Ssese Islands, 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 the Ssese Islands in May

The Ssese Islands, Uganda is a region in Uganda. May in the Ssese Islands 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 22°C (72°F) in Kalangala.

For a closer look at conditions across the Ssese Islands, Uganda, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Kalangala with an average of 225 mm (8.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Bugombe with 234 mm (9.2 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Kalangala typically receives 192 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in the Ssese Islands in May

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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 the Ssese Islands

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

Temperature range in the Ssese Islands (May)

Precipitation variation in the Ssese Islands (May)

Kalangala

In May Kalangala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°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
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
192 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
286 mm (11 in)
225 mm (8.9 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
22 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Kalangala →

Bugombe

In May Bugombe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°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
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
192 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
300 mm (12 in)
234 mm (9.2 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
21 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Bugombe →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Ssese Islands in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kalangala 26°C (79°F) 22°C (72°F) 225 mm (8.9 in)
Bugombe 26°C (79°F) 22°C (72°F) 234 mm (9.2 in)

The Ssese Islands weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Ssese Islands, Uganda in May?

May in the Ssese Islands, Uganda brings unpleasant weather. In Kalangala, daytime temperatures are typically around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows hover near 22°C (72°F).

What is the average temperature in the Ssese Islands, Uganda in May?

In Kalangala, the average daytime high in May is 26°C (79°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 22°C (72°F).

Does the Ssese Islands, Uganda get a lot of rain in May?

Rainfall in the Ssese Islands, Uganda peaks during May. Kalangala averages roughly 225 mm (8.9 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Ssese Islands, Uganda?

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

Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Kalangala. On the other hand, the weather in April tends to be poor.

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