Kenya in may: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Kenya in may 2025
Here, you have access to the weather forecast for may for most popular cities in Kenya. These forecasts are probabilities for the month of may from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in may in Nairobi
tolerable weather
Weather at 6am
59°F
Fog
54% of time
20%
13%
9%
Weather at 12pm
74°F
Moderate rain at times
54% of time
28%
17%
3%
Weather at 6pm
70°F
Moderate rain at times
65% of time
22%
9%
5%
Weather at 3am
61°F
52%
18%
13%
12%
Where to go in Kenya in may?
Where to go in Kenya in may: destination map
Where to go in each region in may?
| Central of Kenya (Nairobi, Lake Naivasha National Park, Mount Kenya National Park...) | 70°F to 76°F | 8 à 19 days | tolerable weather* | |
| East Coast of Kenya (Mombasa, Malindi, Lamu...) | 86°F | 8 à 14 days | 85°F | good weather* |
| North of Kenya (Lodwar, Marsabit National Park, Sibiloi National Park...) | 79°F to 94°F | 4 à 12 days | perfect weather* | |
| Northeast of Kenya (Mandera, Garissa, Wajir...) | 92°F to 94°F | 1 à 6 days | good weather | |
| Nyanza (Kisumu, Kisii, Siaya...) | 72°F to 81°F | 21 à 26 days | very bad weather* | |
| South Rift Valley (Tsavo West National Park, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kitale...) | 74°F to 85°F | 5 à 17 days | good weather* |
Where should you go in Kenya in may when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Kenya in may ranges from perfect to tolerable depending on the region and city.
Good news: It is not perfect, however, the weather in Kenya in may is, on average, good in Lodwar. I allows to savor tours in this city. And even why not take a little time to take a nap at the pool under the sun!
If you do not go lazing in the sun, but, for example for hiking, the cities of Malindi, Mombasa, Eldoret and Nakuru have a OK but just acceptable weather for this kind of activity in may. Finally, avoid going to Kisumu and Nairobi in may because the climate is frankly unfavorable.
Climate in Kenya in may
Climate in Nairobi in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in Nairobi is 68°F (maximum temperature is 76°F and minimum temperature is 59°F). The climate quite nice in that area in this month. With 8.2in over 15 days, rainfall can happen throughout your holidays. But this is rather reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 68°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 59°F | ||
| Rainfall | 8.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 15 day(s) (49%) | ||
| Humidity | 96% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 52% | ||
| Length of day | 12:04 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Maasai Mara National Reserve in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 79°F and minimum temperature is 58°F (for an average temperature of 68°F). The climate is quite good in this city in the month of may. With 9.8in over 16 days, you risk getting wet slightly during your trip. But this is rather reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With proper weather, may is okay (but not good time) for traveling in this city in Kenya.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 68°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Rainfall | 9.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 16 day(s) (52%) | ||
| Humidity | 96% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 41% | ||
| Length of day | 12:03 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Mombasa in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in Mombasa is 81°F (maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 77°F). The climate is very hot in this location in the month of may. With 4.4in over 8 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your trip. But this is rather moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With a correct climate, may is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in Mombasa in Kenya.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 81°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 77°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 83°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4.4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 8 day(s) (25%) | ||
| Humidity | 86% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 43% | ||
| Length of day | 11:56 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Mount Kenya National Park in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in Mount Kenya National Park is 61°F (maximum temperature is 70°F and minimum temperature is 54°F). The climate is quite pleasant in that area in may. With 10.9in over 16 days, you will suffer the rain throughout your journey. Consider to pack adapted clothes.
With a correct weather, may is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in that area.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 61°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 70°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 54°F | ||
| Rainfall | 10.9in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 16 day(s) (53%) | ||
| Humidity | 95% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 45% | ||
| Length of day | 12:06 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Lake Naivasha National Park in may
In may, the mean temperature in Lake Naivasha National Park is 65°F (maximum temperature is 74°F and minimum temperature is 54°F). The climate is good in that locality in may. With 6.5in over 10 days, you will experience some showers during your stay. But this is pretty reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With a correct climate, the month of may is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in this locality.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 65°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 54°F | ||
| Rainfall | 6.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 10 day(s) (31%) | ||
| Humidity | 93% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 35% | ||
| Length of day | 12:05 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
All cities in Kenya in may
| Nairobi in may | tolerable weather |
| Maasai Mara National Reserve in may | tolerable weather |
| Mombasa in may | good weather |
| Mount Kenya National Park in may | tolerable weather |
| Lake Naivasha National Park in may | good weather |
| Tsavo West National Park in may | good weather |
| Amboseli National Park in may | good weather |
| Garissa in may | good weather |
| Kisii in may | bad weather |
| Kisumu in may | very bad weather |
| Kitale in may | good weather |
| Lamu in may | tolerable weather |
| Lodwar in may | perfect weather |
| Malindi in may | good weather |
| Mandera in may | good weather |
| Marsabit National Park in may | perfect weather |
| Mwingi National Reserve in may | tolerable weather |
| Siaya in may | very bad weather |
| Sibiloi National Park in may | perfect weather |
| Wajir in may | good weather |
| Aberdare National Park in may | tolerable weather |
Weather data for Kenya in may:
Weather data for Kenya in may is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Kenya. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Kenya 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 Kenya.