Weather in Kigali in may 2025

The weather in Kigali in the month of may comes from statistical datas on the past years. You can view the weather statistics the entire month, but also by clicking on the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.

Average weather throughout may

tolerable weather

Weather at 6am
67°F

Moderate rain at times

30%

Cloudy

15%

Heavy rain

11%

Weather at 12pm
76°F

Heavy rain

18%

Partly Cloudy

13%

Clear/Sunny

12%

Weather at 6pm
63°F

Heavy rain

28%

Clear/Sunny

11%

Partly Cloudy

10%

Weather at 3am
59°F

Fog

42%

Moderate rain at times

32%

Partly Cloudy

10%

Heavy rain

8%



Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Kigali in may

These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Kigali in may.


The climate of Kigali in may is tolerable

the weather in Kigali in may is wet (with 11.5in of precipitation over 19 days). It should be noted an improvement from the previous month since in april it receives an average of 14.5in of precipitation over 23 days.

The climate quite enjoyable in that area this month. Temperatures are up to 76°F. In the morning the temperature drops to 67°F. Thus, the mean temperature average in may in Kigali is 72°F. Note that seasonal normals are in contrast with those observed in Kigali in the month of may with a maximum record of 83°F in 2019 and a minimum record of 59°F in 2009.

In may in Kigali, the days on average last 12:02. The sun rises at 05:55 and sunset is at 17:57.

With a correct weather, the month of may is okay (but not good) to go in that area.



Kigali: another month?

If you can push back the dates of your trip, we advise you to go in june to Kigali. more information


Seasonal average climate and temperature of Kigali in may

Check below seasonal norms These statistics are compiled from the weather statements earlier years of the month of may.

May
Outside temperature
Average temperature 72°F
Highest temperature 76°F
Lowest temperature 67°F
Highest record temperature 83°F
(2019)
Lowest record temperature 59°F
(2009)
Number of days at +65°F 31 day(s)
(100%)
Wind
Wind speed 10km/h
Wind temperature 67°F
Precipitation (rainfall)
Rainfall 11.5in
Number of days with rainfall 19 day(s)
(61%)
Record daily rainfall 3.5in
(2011)
Other climate data
Humidity 88%
Visibility 8.05km
Cloud cover 46%
UV index 5
Daily sunshine hours 11
Sunrise and sunset
Time of sunrise 05:55
Time of sunset 17:57
Length of day 12:02
Our opinion about the weather in may
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable



How was the weather last may?

Here is the day by day recorded weather in Kigali in may 2024:

01-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
63°F to 72°F
02-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
65°F to 72°F
03-05-2024
Patchy light rain
63°F to 67°F
04-05-2024
Light rain shower
63°F to 68°F
05-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
63°F to 72°F
06-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
63°F to 72°F
07-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
63°F to 74°F
08-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
63°F to 72°F
09-05-2024
Patchy light drizzle
63°F to 72°F
10-05-2024
Patchy light rain
63°F to 72°F
11-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
63°F to 72°F
12-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
61°F to 77°F
13-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
65°F to 79°F
14-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
63°F to 74°F
15-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
61°F to 74°F
16-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
61°F to 72°F
17-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
61°F to 74°F
18-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
61°F to 74°F
19-05-2024
Patchy light drizzle
63°F to 74°F
20-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
63°F to 74°F
21-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
63°F to 72°F
22-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
63°F to 72°F
23-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
61°F to 74°F
24-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
61°F to 72°F
25-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
61°F to 74°F
26-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
61°F to 72°F
27-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
61°F to 74°F
28-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
61°F to 76°F
29-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
61°F to 74°F
30-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
61°F to 74°F
31-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
61°F to 74°F

Map: other cities in Rwanda in may

Cities near Kigali:

Kibungo in maytolerable weather
Akagera National Park in maytolerable weather
Ruhengeri in mayvery bad weather
Butare in maytolerable weather
Gisenyi in maybad weather
Kivu Lake in maybad weather

Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in may.

Legend: Kigali perfect weather good tolerable bad very bad


Weather data for Kigali in may:

Weather data for Kigali for may are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Kigali. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Kigali can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Kigali.


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