May weather forecast
Masaka, Uganda

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Weather in May

May brings with it the pinnacle of the rainy season. The city witnesses the year's maximum of 130mm (5.12") rainfall accompanied by increased cloud cover. This increase in precipitation results in a reduction of sunshine hours, contributing to a cooler atmosphere. Although May doesn't score high on warmer temperatures, it offers a locale rich in moisture and refreshing greenery. To sum it up, May symbolizes the bliss of the Masaka monsoon at its very best.

Temperature

May tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 23.9°C (75°F) and a low of 17°C (62.6°F).

Humidity

May and November, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Masaka, in May, it is raining for 25.4 days, with typically 130mm (5.12") of accumulated precipitation. In Masaka, Uganda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 253.4 days and collects up to 1018mm (40.08") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Masaka, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of May, in Masaka, Uganda, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:53 EAT.

Sunshine

April and May, with an average of 8.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Masaka?

Masaka experiences its average lowest temperatures in May, reaching a peak of 23.9°C (75°F) and a minimum of 17°C (62.6°F).

What is the average May temperature in Masaka?

May temperatures in Masaka vary between a high-temperature of 23.9°C (75°F) and a low-temperature of 17°C (62.6°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

What are the most humid months in Masaka?

May and November, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months in Masaka, Uganda.

What is the average humidity in May in Masaka?

The average relative humidity in May is 82%.

How much does it rain in Masaka in May?

In Masaka, in May, during 25.4 rainfall days, 130mm (5.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Masaka have in May?

The average day length in May is 12h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Masaka?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, in Masaka, Uganda, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:53 EAT.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Masaka?

April and May, with an average of 8.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in May in Masaka?

The average sunshine duration in May in Masaka is 8.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Masaka?

The months with the lowest UV index in Masaka, Uganda, are April through June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Masaka?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Masaka, Uganda

Average temperature in May - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average high temperature in May: 23.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (23.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 17°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are February and August (18°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (16.7°C).

Average pressure in May
Masaka, Uganda

Average pressure in May - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average pressure in May: 1013.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Masaka, Uganda

Average wind speed in May - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Masaka, Uganda

Average humidity in May - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and November (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (66%).

Average rainfall in May
Masaka, Uganda

Average rainfall in May - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average rainfall in May: 130mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (159mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (16mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Masaka, Uganda

Average rainfall days in May - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average rainfall days in May: 25.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (28.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (10.6 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Masaka, Uganda

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are January, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Masaka, Uganda

Average sunshine days in May - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average sunshine days in May: 3.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (0.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Masaka, Uganda

Average UV index in May - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Masaka, Uganda

Average cloud cover in May - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in May
Masaka, Uganda

Average visibility in May - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (9km).

Masaka, Uganda

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