Kampala · SpringMonth summary
Kampala weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
64°F – 77°F
🌧 Rainy days
80% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.2h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.1/10
📅 📅 Best month
January (8.1/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Kampala in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Kampala in May: 77°F and 11.2h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Kampala in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Kampala. Temperatures rise (25°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 80% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. January (8.1/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 64°F | 81°F | 43% | 0.1in | 11.9h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 64°F | 82°F | 51% | 0.1in | 11.9h | 8.0/10 |
| ⛅ March | 66°F | 81°F | 68% | 0.2in | 11.7h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 64°F | 77°F | 88% | 0.3in | 10.2h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ May | 64°F | 77°F | 80% | 0.2in | 11.2h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ June | 63°F | 77°F | 61% | 0.1in | 11.7h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 63°F | 77°F | 40% | 0.1in | 11.6h | 7.9/10 |
| ⛅ August | 63°F | 79°F | 63% | 0.1in | 11.5h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ September | 63°F | 79°F | 74% | 0.1in | 11.2h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ October | 64°F | 79°F | 77% | 0.2in | 10.5h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ November | 64°F | 79°F | 78% | 0.2in | 10.4h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ December | 63°F | 79°F | 64% | 0.1in | 11.3h | 7.4/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Kampala averages 77°F, 80% rainy days and 11.2h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.1/10.
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Comparison
May vs January (best month)
The best month is January (score 8.1/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +2°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -37%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.7h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Kampala in May
Is May a good time to visit Kampala?
May is an acceptable time for Kampala (score 7.1/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider January (8.1/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Kampala in May?
Yes, 80% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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