Kigali in May
7.0out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 25°C. Very wet: about 16 rainy days.
25°CAvg high
15°CAvg low
16Rainy days (82 mm)
11:55 hDaylight
05:59Sunrise · 17:53 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 25°C
- Very wet: about 16 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±6.3 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 (±6.3 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 | 26°C | 15°C | 76 mm | 16 | – | – | 7.0 |
| February | 26°C | 15°C | 79 mm | 15 | – | – | 7.1 |
| March | 26°C | 15°C | 105 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.2 |
| April | 25°C | 15°C | 138 mm | 24 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 25°C | 15°C | 82 mm | 16 | – | – | 7.0 |
| June | 25°C | 15°C | 14 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| July | 26°C | 15°C | 4 mm | 1 | – | – | 9.0 |
| August | 26°C | 16°C | 24 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| September | 26°C | 15°C | 54 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| October | 26°C | 15°C | 117 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.4 |
| November | 25°C | 15°C | 130 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 25°C | 15°C | 92 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.6 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Kigali in May?
Daytime highs average 25°C and nights about 15°C.
When is the best time to visit Kigali?
The best months are July, June, August.