Bukavu in May
7.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C. Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days.
23°CAvg high
15°CAvg low
14Rainy days (93 mm)
11:53 hDaylight
06:04Sunrise · 17:57 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C
- Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.7 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±5.7 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C | 14°C | 301 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| February | 23°C | 14°C | 229 mm | 22 | – | – | 6.1 |
| March | 23°C | 14°C | 225 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 23°C | 15°C | 202 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 23°C | 15°C | 93 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.2 |
| June | 23°C | 14°C | 24 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.5 |
| July | 24°C | 14°C | 9 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.9 |
| August | 25°C | 14°C | 26 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.5 |
| September | 25°C | 15°C | 85 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| October | 24°C | 15°C | 239 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 23°C | 15°C | 310 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 23°C | 14°C | 310 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Bukavu in May?
Daytime highs average 23°C and nights about 15°C.
When is the best time to visit Bukavu?
The best months are July, June, August.