Monthly climate guide
Bulawayo weather in May
May in Bulawayo is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 25°C (77°F) and night-time lows near 10°C (50°F). The month usually brings about 7 mm of rain (very dry) and is mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as April and 2°C warmer than June.
What stands out in May
- It's one of the drier months, with about 87% less rain than Bulawayo's average.
- May is among Bulawayo's three coolest months.
- May sits in Bulawayo's drier season — usually a comfortable time to visit.
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 15°C.
Avg high
25°C
77°F
Avg low
10°C
50°F
Rainfall
7 mm
very dry
Humidity
53%
relative
Sky
14%
cloud · mostly sunny
Bulawayo weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C / 85°F | 17°C / 62°F | 137 mm | 67% | 60% |
| February | 29°C / 83°F | 16°C / 62°F | 143 mm | 69% | 55% |
| March | 28°C / 83°F | 16°C / 60°F | 81 mm | 67% | 47% |
| April | 27°C / 80°F | 13°C / 56°F | 29 mm | 64% | 35% |
| May | 25°C / 77°F | 10°C / 50°F | 7 mm | 53% | 14% |
| June | 23°C / 74°F | 8°C / 46°F | 1 mm | 52% | 15% |
| July | 23°C / 73°F | 7°C / 45°F | 1 mm | 49% | 17% |
| August | 27°C / 80°F | 10°C / 49°F | 1 mm | 40% | 14% |
| September | 31°C / 88°F | 13°C / 55°F | 4 mm | 36% | 17% |
| October | 33°C / 91°F | 16°C / 60°F | 26 mm | 40% | 34% |
| November | 32°C / 89°F | 17°C / 62°F | 76 mm | 50% | 58% |
| December | 30°C / 86°F | 17°C / 63°F | 138 mm | 63% | 67% |
What to pack for May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- Sunglasses
Is May a good time to visit Bulawayo?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Bulawayo →Other Zimbabwe cities in May
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Bulawayo in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Bulawayo?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Bulawayo, with highs around 25°C and about 7 mm of rain.
How warm is Bulawayo in May?
Average highs are about 25°C (77°F) and average lows about 10°C (50°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Bulawayo in May?
Bulawayo typically gets around 7 mm of rain in May — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Bulawayo (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.