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Bahar Dar weather in May (Ethiopia)

What kind of weather does May bring to Bahar Dar? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

May in Bahar Dar generally includes high temperatures and high rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 27°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 18°C.

Precipitation

Bahar Dar in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 105 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 8 days of rain are anticipated.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures January, February, March, April, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bahar Dar climate page with graphs.

 

Bahar Dar, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 28%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 105 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  

Where to go in Ethiopia in May

Find out more about the weather in Ethiopia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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