Gombe in May
7.7out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
28°CAvg high
20°CAvg low
10Rainy days (55 mm)
11:38 hDaylight
06:10Sunrise · 17:48 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.3 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 (±5.3 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 | 28°C | 20°C | 128 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.5 |
| February | 29°C | 21°C | 124 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.8 |
| March | 29°C | 21°C | 156 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 29°C | 21°C | 233 mm | 26 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 28°C | 20°C | 55 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| June | 28°C | 17°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| July | 28°C | 16°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| August | 27°C | 17°C | 3 mm | 1 | – | – | 9.0 |
| September | 28°C | 18°C | 11 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| October | 28°C | 20°C | 64 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.3 |
| November | 28°C | 21°C | 187 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 28°C | 20°C | 165 mm | 22 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Gombe in May?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 20°C.
When is the best time to visit Gombe?
The best months are June, July, August, September.