Mekelle weather in May (Ethiopia)
Can you expect sunny skies in Mekelle in May? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.
Temperatures
Expect perfect weather in Mekelle during May, which means high temperatures and low rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 28°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 15°C.
Precipitation
Mekelle in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 29 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 7 days days of rain.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, August tends to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mekelle climate page with graphs.
Mekelle, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
15°C
Max Temperature
28°C
Chance of Rain
23%
Precipitation
29 mm
Rainy days
7 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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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.
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