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Djibouti weather in May (Djibouti)

What's the typical weather in Djibouti for May? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

During May, Djibouti usually has very high temperatures and low rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 34°C, cooling down at night to around 28°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Precipitation

Djibouti in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 22 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around a single day of rain.

Average sunshine

With around 315 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

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

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

 

Djibouti, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 28°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 34°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 3%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 22 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days a single day  
HumidityHumidity 70%  
SunshineSunshine 315 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Djibouti in May

Find out more about the weather in Djibouti 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. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
9/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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