Butembo in May
6.4out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C. Very wet: about 18 rainy days.
26°CAvg high
17°CAvg low
18Rainy days (142 mm)
12:00 hDaylight
05:59Sunrise · 17:59 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C
- Very wet: about 18 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.1 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.1 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 | 27°C | 16°C | 53 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| February | 28°C | 16°C | 58 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| March | 27°C | 16°C | 154 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.3 |
| April | 26°C | 17°C | 181 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 26°C | 17°C | 142 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.4 |
| June | 25°C | 16°C | 124 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.7 |
| July | 25°C | 15°C | 134 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.5 |
| August | 25°C | 16°C | 174 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 25°C | 16°C | 207 mm | 22 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 25°C | 16°C | 226 mm | 24 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 25°C | 16°C | 196 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 25°C | 15°C | 105 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Butembo in May?
Daytime highs average 26°C and nights about 17°C.
When is the best time to visit Butembo?
The best months are January, February.