Ethiopia in may: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Ethiopia in may 2025
Below, find the the weather forecast for may for most popular cities in Ethiopia. These forecasts are probabilities for the month of may from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in may in Addis Ababa
good weather
Weather at 6am
54°F
Clear/Sunny
53% of time
16%
16%
12%
Weather at 12pm
74°F
Clear/Sunny
58% of time
32%
9%
3%
Weather at 6pm
70°F
Clear/Sunny
51% of time
28%
11%
10%
Weather at 3am
58°F
57%
17%
14%
9%
Where to go in Ethiopia in may?
Where to go in Ethiopia in may: destination map
perfect weather
good
tolerable
bad
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Where should you go in Ethiopia in may when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Ethiopia in may ranges from perfect to tolerable depending on the region and city.
In may the weather in Ethiopia is just perfect. It concerns the city of Nazret only. Thus, in Nazret the conditions are met so that you can live fully your vacations: the sun is here, precipitations are scarce and the humidity is not too high. It is therefore the ideal month to go to this city!
However, the weather is still favorable in Bishoftu, Lalibela, Yangudi Rassa National Park, Adigrat, Dire Dawa, Axum, Addis Ababa, Awash National Park, Mek'ele and Dubti. In these areas, temperatures are pleasing and allow you to visit and enjoy the sun.
If you do not go the sun and blue sky, but, for example to go sightseeing around, the cities of Jijiga, Simien Mountains National Park, Bahir Dar (Lake Tana), Gondar, Awasa and Harar have a OK but just acceptable weather for it in may. Finally, avoid going in the cities of Arba Minch and Gambela in may because the climate is bad.
Climate in Ethiopia in may
Climate in Addis Ababa in may
In may, the mean temperature in Addis Ababa is 65°F (maximum temperature is 74°F and minimum temperature is 54°F). The climate is nice here in this month. With 5.8in over 8 days, rainfall can happen during your stay. But this is moderate and it will not be continuous.
With a good climate, the month of may is a good time to go in Addis Ababa.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 65°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 54°F | ||
| Rainfall | 5.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 8 day(s) (26%) | ||
| Humidity | 80% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 20% | ||
| Length of day | 12:32 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Axum in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 79°F and minimum temperature is 65°F (for an average temperature of 72°F). The climate is nice there in may. With 6.9in over 8 days, you risk getting wet slightly during your stay. But this is pretty moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With a good climate, the month of may is a good time to go there.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 72°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 65°F | ||
| Rainfall | 6.9in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 8 day(s) (26%) | ||
| Humidity | 60% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 14% | ||
| Length of day | 12:47 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Gondar in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in Gondar is 76°F (maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 70°F). The climate is good in that area in the month of may. With 6.1in over 11 days, rainfall can happen for your holidays. But this is rather reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With a correct climate, may is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in that area.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 76°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 70°F | ||
| Rainfall | 6.1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 11 day(s) (34%) | ||
| Humidity | 60% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 21% | ||
| Length of day | 12:43 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Lalibela in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 76°F and minimum temperature is 58°F (for an average temperature of 67°F). The climate is quite pleasant here in this month. With 4.3in over 7 days, you risk getting wet slightly throughout your stay. But this is pretty reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a good weather, the month of may is an advisable month to go in this locality in Ethiopia.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 67°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (24%) | ||
| Humidity | 74% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 16% | ||
| Length of day | 12:40 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Bahir Dar (Lake Tana) in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 65°F (for an average temperature of 74°F). The climate is very hot in this city in may. With 9.7in over 13 days, you risk getting wet slightly during your stay. But this is moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With proper weather, may is okay (but not the best time) for traveling in this locality.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 74°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 65°F | ||
| Rainfall | 9.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 13 day(s) (43%) | ||
| Humidity | 69% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 22% | ||
| Length of day | 12:40 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
All cities in Ethiopia in may
| Addis Ababa in may | good weather |
| Axum in may | good weather |
| Gondar in may | good weather |
| Lalibela in may | good weather |
| Bahir Dar (Lake Tana) in may | tolerable weather |
| Awash National Park in may | good weather |
| Yangudi Rassa National Park in may | good weather |
| Simien Mountains National Park in may | good weather |
| Adigrat in may | good weather |
| Arba Minch in may | very bad weather |
| Awasa in may | tolerable weather |
| Bishoftu in may | good weather |
| Dire Dawa in may | tolerable weather |
| Jijiga in may | tolerable weather |
| Dubti in may | good weather |
| Gambela in may | bad weather |
| Harar in may | tolerable weather |
| Mek'ele in may | perfect weather |
| Nazret in may | perfect weather |
Weather data for Ethiopia in may:
Weather data for Ethiopia in may is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Ethiopia. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Ethiopia can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Ethiopia.