Maasai Mara National Reserve weather in May (Kenya)

Is May a good time to explore Maasai Mara National Reserve weather-wise? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

The weather in Maasai Mara National Reserve is usually perfect in May, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 28°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 16°C.

Precipitation

Maasai Mara National Reserve in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. Expect around 19 days of rain based on historical data.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. January, May, June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While March tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Maasai Mara National Reserve climate page with graphs.

 

Maasai Mara National Reserve, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 64%  

Precipitation 71 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Where to go in Kenya in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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.

What To Do

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

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Maasai Mara National Reserve.

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