Butare in May
7.5out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 24°C. Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days.
24°CAvg high
15°CAvg low
12Rainy days (47 mm)
11:53 hDaylight
06:01Sunrise · 17:54 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 24°C
- Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.4 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 (±5.4 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 | 25°C | 15°C | 72 mm | 15 | – | – | 7.0 |
| February | 26°C | 15°C | 68 mm | 15 | – | – | 7.1 |
| March | 25°C | 15°C | 91 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.5 |
| April | 24°C | 15°C | 107 mm | 22 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 24°C | 15°C | 47 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.5 |
| June | 25°C | 14°C | 9 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| July | 25°C | 14°C | 3 mm | 1 | – | – | 9.0 |
| August | 26°C | 15°C | 13 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| September | 27°C | 15°C | 31 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.1 |
| October | 25°C | 15°C | 84 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.8 |
| November | 24°C | 15°C | 96 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.2 |
| December | 25°C | 14°C | 82 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Butare in May?
Daytime highs average 24°C and nights about 15°C.
When is the best time to visit Butare?
The best months are July, June, August.