Rwanda in may: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Rwanda in may 2025
Below, check out the weather forecast for the month of may for most popular cities in Rwanda. These forecasts are probabilities for the month of may from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in may in Kigali
tolerable weather
Weather at 6am
67°F
Partly Cloudy
36% of time
30%
15%
11%
Weather at 12pm
76°F
Moderate rain at times
55% of time
18%
13%
12%
Weather at 6pm
63°F
Moderate rain at times
46% of time
28%
11%
10%
Weather at 3am
59°F
42%
32%
10%
8%
Where to go in Rwanda in may?
Where to go in Rwanda in may: destination map
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Where to go in each region in may?
| Central of Rwanda (Kigali...) | 76°F | 19 days | tolerable weather |
| Eastern Province (Kibungo, Akagera National Park...) | 76°F | 19 days | tolerable weather |
| Northern Province (Ruhengeri...) | 67°F | 25 days | very bad weather |
| Southern Province (Butare...) | 72°F | 17 days | tolerable weather |
| Western Province (Kivu Lake, Gisenyi...) | 72°F | 21 days | bad weather |
Where should you go in Rwanda in may when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Rwanda in may ranges from tolerable to very bad depending on the region and city.
May is not the best month to go to in Rwanda. The weather in Kigali is ok but correct. The sun is not there all the time and you might make you wet by rain often. However, if you don't plan a deckchair & cocktails by the pool holiday but rather discovery of heritage, this climate may be enough. In addition, there are definitely fewer tourists during this period.
But it is finally better than in Gisenyi, Ruhengeri, Butare, Akagera National Park, Kibungo and Kivu Lake and surrounding areas where the climate is very bad. It is not advisable to visit these areas this month.
Climate in Rwanda in may
Climate in Kigali in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 76°F and minimum temperature is 67°F (for an average temperature of 72°F). The climate quite enjoyable in this city in the month of may. With 11.5in over 19 days, you will experience some showers throughout your holidays. But this is reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With a correct climate, may is okay (but not good time) for traveling there in Rwanda.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 72°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 67°F | ||
| Rainfall | 11.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 19 day(s) (61%) | ||
| Humidity | 88% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 46% | ||
| Length of day | 12:02 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Akagera National Park in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 76°F and minimum temperature is 67°F (for an average temperature of 72°F). The climate quite good in this city in the month of may. With 11.5in over 19 days, rain may occur throughout your journey. But this is pretty reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 72°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 67°F | ||
| Rainfall | 11.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 19 day(s) (61%) | ||
| Humidity | 88% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 46% | ||
| Length of day | 12:02 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Butare in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 72°F and minimum temperature is 65°F (for an average temperature of 68°F). The climate good in this location in this month. With 10.2in over 17 days, rain is to be feared for your holidays. Consider to bring adapted clothes.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 68°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 72°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 65°F | ||
| Rainfall | 10.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 17 day(s) (56%) | ||
| Humidity | 90% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 48% | ||
| Length of day | 11:59 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Gisenyi in may
In may, maximum temperature is 72°F and minimum temperature is 65°F (for an average temperature of 68°F). The climate quite good there in this month. With 15.2in over 21 days, you will suffer the rain throughout your stay. So remember to bring Rain coats.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 68°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 72°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 65°F | ||
| Rainfall | 15.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 21 day(s) (68%) | ||
| Humidity | 91% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 53% | ||
| Length of day | 12:03 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Kibungo in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in Kibungo is 72°F (maximum temperature is 76°F and minimum temperature is 67°F). The climate nice around this city in this month. With 11.5in over 19 days, you will experience some showers throughout your stay. But this is pretty reasonably and it will not be continuous.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 72°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 67°F | ||
| Rainfall | 11.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 19 day(s) (61%) | ||
| Humidity | 88% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 46% | ||
| Length of day | 12:01 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
All cities in Rwanda in may
| Kigali in may | tolerable weather |
| Akagera National Park in may | tolerable weather |
| Butare in may | tolerable weather |
| Gisenyi in may | bad weather |
| Kibungo in may | tolerable weather |
| Kivu Lake in may | bad weather |
| Ruhengeri in may | very bad weather |
Weather data for Rwanda in may:
Weather data for Rwanda in may is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Rwanda. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Rwanda can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Rwanda.