Kigoma in May
6.9out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C. Very wet: about 16 rainy days.
28°CAvg high
21°CAvg low
16Rainy days (103 mm)
11:47 hDaylight
07:04Sunrise · 18:51 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Very wet: about 16 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±6.2 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 (±6.2 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 | 21°C | 254 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
| February | 27°C | 21°C | 202 mm | 24 | – | – | 6.1 |
| March | 27°C | 21°C | 272 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 27°C | 21°C | 264 mm | 27 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 28°C | 21°C | 103 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.9 |
| June | 28°C | 20°C | 11 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| July | 29°C | 20°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| August | 30°C | 21°C | 6 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.7 |
| September | 30°C | 22°C | 24 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.1 |
| October | 28°C | 22°C | 142 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.4 |
| November | 26°C | 21°C | 276 mm | 27 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 26°C | 21°C | 299 mm | 30 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Kigoma in May?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 21°C.
When is the best time to visit Kigoma?
The best months are July, June, August.