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May is an excellent month in Igunga

Climate Overview

Igunga, Tanzania in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 29.4°C (85°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day. Rain is rare, falling on about 3 days this month. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the end of Autumn.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout May, with daily highs around 29°C (84°F).

Rainfall is heaviest during the first third of the month, while the last third tends to be drier.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 20th, averaging 30.2°C (86°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 1°C warmer with 13 fewer rainy days.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
29°C / 18°C
Feels Like
30°C / 19°C
Rain
3 days · 15 mm
Sunshine
10.8h / day
Humidity
57% — Moderate
Wind
15 km/h
Wind Direction
SE (127°)
Gusts
33 km/h
Daylight
11.9 h
Cloud Cover
48%
Clear Sky Days
3.3
UV Index
8.1 — Very High
Dew Point
15°C — Comfortable
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

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Sun Position
Sunrise 06:45
Daylight 11.9h
Sunset 18:40

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 29°C (85°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration.

Rain is uncommon in this month, so most days stay dry from morning through evening.

Recent yearly records for May have stayed close to the long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Good
Temp
28°C / 19°C
Feels Like
31°C / 21°C
Rain
15days (104 mm) Wet
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
8.6 Very High
February
Good
Temp
30°C / 19°C
Feels Like
33°C / 21°C
Rain
12days (75 mm) Wet
Sun
10.8h Excellent
Humidity
66% Muggy
UV
9.3 Very High
March
Good
Temp
30°C / 19°C
Feels Like
33°C / 21°C
Rain
14days (117 mm) Wet
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
9.1 Very High
April
Good
Temp
28°C / 19°C
Feels Like
31°C / 21°C
Rain
16days (126 mm) Wet
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
8.5 Very High
May best
Excellent
Temp
29°C / 18°C
Feels Like
30°C / 19°C
Rain
3days (15 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.8h Excellent
Humidity
57% Moderate
UV
8.1 Very High
June best
Excellent
Temp
30°C / 17°C
Feels Like
29°C / 17°C
Rain
0days (0 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
46% Moderate
UV
7.9 Very High
July best
Excellent
Temp
29°C / 17°C
Feels Like
29°C / 15°C
Rain
0days (0 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.8h Excellent
Humidity
42% Moderate
UV
8.1 Very High
August best
Excellent
Temp
31°C / 18°C
Feels Like
30°C / 17°C
Rain
0days (0 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.8h Excellent
Humidity
39% Comfortable
UV
8.8 Very High
September best
Excellent
Temp
33°C / 19°C
Feels Like
33°C / 18°C
Rain
0days (2 mm) Excellent
Sun
11h Excellent
Humidity
37% Comfortable
UV
9.4 Very High
October
Good
Temp
33°C / 20°C
Feels Like
33°C / 20°C
Rain
4days (17 mm) Good
Sun
11h Excellent
Humidity
41% Moderate
UV
9.5 Very High
November
Good
Temp
31°C / 20°C
Feels Like
33°C / 21°C
Rain
11days (89 mm) Wet
Sun
10.8h Excellent
Humidity
54% Moderate
UV
9 Very High
December
Wet
Temp
29°C / 19°C
Feels Like
32°C / 21°C
Rain
18days (129 mm) Wet
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
8.8 Very High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 28°C / 19°C 31°C / 21°C 15days (104 mm) Wet 10.5h Excellent 72% Muggy 8.6 Very High Good View Details
February 30°C / 19°C 33°C / 21°C 12days (75 mm) Wet 10.8h Excellent 66% Muggy 9.3 Very High Good View Details
March 30°C / 19°C 33°C / 21°C 14days (117 mm) Wet 10.5h Excellent 68% Muggy 9.1 Very High Good View Details
April 28°C / 19°C 31°C / 21°C 16days (126 mm) Wet 10.6h Excellent 71% Muggy 8.5 Very High Good View Details
May best 29°C / 18°C 30°C / 19°C 3days (15 mm) Excellent 10.8h Excellent 57% Moderate 8.1 Very High Excellent View Details
June best 30°C / 17°C 29°C / 17°C 0days (0 mm) Excellent 10.7h Excellent 46% Moderate 7.9 Very High Excellent View Details
July best 29°C / 17°C 29°C / 15°C 0days (0 mm) Excellent 10.8h Excellent 42% Moderate 8.1 Very High Excellent View Details
August best 31°C / 18°C 30°C / 17°C 0days (0 mm) Excellent 10.8h Excellent 39% Comfortable 8.8 Very High Excellent View Details
September best 33°C / 19°C 33°C / 18°C 0days (2 mm) Excellent 11h Excellent 37% Comfortable 9.4 Very High Excellent View Details
October 33°C / 20°C 33°C / 20°C 4days (17 mm) Good 11h Excellent 41% Moderate 9.5 Very High Good View Details
November 31°C / 20°C 33°C / 21°C 11days (89 mm) Wet 10.8h Excellent 54% Moderate 9 Very High Good View Details
December 29°C / 19°C 32°C / 21°C 18days (129 mm) Wet 10.7h Excellent 69% Muggy 8.8 Very High Wet View Details

What to Wear

Summer clothing like shorts, t-shirts, and sundresses will be comfortable. Bring a light cardigan for air-conditioned spaces.

Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.

Packing List

Breathable clothingSunscreen (SPF 30+)Sun hatSunglassesSandals

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically excellent for visiting Igunga, with average highs of 29°C (85°F) and around 3 rainy days. Igunga, Tanzania in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 29.4°C (85°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day
Igunga typically sees around 3 rainy days in May with 15 mm (0.6 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Evenings in Igunga during May are mild at 18°C (64°F). A light cardigan is usually enough.
With highs of 29°C (85°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F) in May, we recommend: Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
Yes, May offers some of the best weather conditions in Igunga with comfortable temperatures and lower chances of rain.
The average UV index in Igunga during May is 8 (very high). Strong sun protection is essential — SPF 50+, protective clothing, and avoid prolonged outdoor exposure during peak hours.
Igunga gets approximately 12 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 11 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Igunga during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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