Mandera weather in May (Kenya)

Will it be warm or cold in Mandera this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The month of May in Mandera typically brings very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 35°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 25°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Mandera in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 40 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 5 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 260 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Mandera, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 35°C  

Chance of Rain 17%  

Precipitation 40 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 61%  

Sunshine 260 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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

Precipitation

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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.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

9/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Mandera.

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