The month in detail
What to expect in May
In May, Kampala sees 77°F during the day with 4.0h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 35% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. February (8.5/10) is significantly better if possible.
May ranks 11 out of 12 months in Kampala. Compared to April: 6 pts fewer rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
muggy at times
18°
Daylight
12.0h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 45
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Kampala is February (8.5/10), 1.1 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 ⓘ+1.55°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthFebruary · 82°F
❄️Coolest monthApril · 77°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘApril · 41%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Location
Where is Kampala ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
UgandaEquatorial tropical climate with a 8.5 → 7.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
0.35°N · 32.58°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kampala?
February is the best month with 82°F highs, 64°F lows, 6.0h of sunshine and 19.0% rainy days. The months of February & January offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Kampala get in February?
Kampala averages 6.0 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.0/10.
What is the rainiest month in Kampala?
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 Kampala in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 64°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Kampala good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Kampala scores 7.8/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 8.0/10.
When should you avoid Kampala?
April is the most difficult month to visit Kampala, 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 Kampala in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Kampala (very high), with about 12.0h of daylight. Protection essential.