Mbarara in May
7.0out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C. Very wet: about 16 rainy days.
27°CAvg high
17°CAvg low
16Rainy days (64 mm)
11:58 hDaylight
06:54Sunrise · 18:53 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C
- Very wet: about 16 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.0 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 (±5.0 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 | 17°C | 35 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| February | 28°C | 17°C | 38 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| March | 28°C | 17°C | 66 mm | 15 | – | – | 7.0 |
| April | 27°C | 17°C | 85 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.5 |
| May | 27°C | 17°C | 64 mm | 16 | – | – | 7.0 |
| June | 27°C | 16°C | 25 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| July | 27°C | 16°C | 13 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| August | 27°C | 16°C | 46 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| September | 27°C | 16°C | 70 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.7 |
| October | 27°C | 16°C | 101 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 26°C | 16°C | 103 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 26°C | 16°C | 61 mm | 16 | – | – | 7.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Mbarara in May?
Daytime highs average 27°C and nights about 17°C.
When is the best time to visit Mbarara?
The best months are July, June.