The month in detail
What to expect in May
May falls in the wet season in Entebbe. Showers are often brief but intense. With 52% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. January (8.3/10) is significantly better if possible.
May ranks 11 out of 12 months in Entebbe.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
muggy at times
19°
Daylight
12.0h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Entebbe is January (8.3/10), 1.0 pt higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Uganda
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyShilling ougandais (USh)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJanuary · 79°F
❄️Coolest monthApril · 75°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘApril · 56%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Location
Where is Entebbe ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
UgandaEquatorial tropical climate with a 8.3 → 7.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
0.06°N · 32.46°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Entebbe?
January is the best month with 79°F highs, 66°F lows, 7.5h of sunshine and 24.0% rainy days. The months of January & February offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Entebbe get in January?
Entebbe averages 7.5 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in Entebbe?
April is the most unfavourable month with April has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Entebbe in January?
In January, overnight lows reach 66°F, while afternoon highs average 79°F.
Is Entebbe good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Entebbe scores 7.7/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains January with a score of 7.9/10.
When should you avoid Entebbe?
April is the most difficult month to visit Entebbe, with April has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Entebbe in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Entebbe (very high), with about 12.0h of daylight. Protection essential.