Bwindi Impenetrable Forest weather in May
Mild and comfortable, with regular rainfall. Average highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C, with around 19 rainy days expected throughout the month.
While May isn't our top-rated month for Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, it has its own appeal — typically lower prices, fewer crowds, and a more local feel.
Average high
21°C
Average low
13°C
Rainy days
19 days
Best months to visit
Year-round
What to do in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in May
Whatever the weather, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Trekking to see mountain gorillas face-to-face
Guided nature walks to spot birds and colobus monkeys
Visit local Batwa hunter-gatherer villages
Photography of the mist-draped jungle
Stay in eco-lodges within the forest
Bathe in forest streams and waterfalls
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
21C
Mild and comfortable, with regular rainfall.
February
22C
Mild and comfortable, with regular rainfall.
March
21C
Mild and comfortable, with frequent heavy rain.
April
21C
Mild and comfortable, with frequent heavy rain.
May (you are here)
21C
Mild and comfortable, with regular rainfall.
June
21C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
July
21C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
August
21C
Mild and comfortable, with regular rainfall.
September
21C
Mild and comfortable, with frequent heavy rain.
October
21C
Mild and comfortable, with frequent heavy rain.
November
20C
Mild and comfortable, with frequent heavy rain.
December
20C
Mild and comfortable, with frequent heavy rain.
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