Socotra weather in May (Yemen)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Socotra this May? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

During May, Socotra usually has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 33°C. At night, it falls to around 26°C. These temperatures are typical, but it's wise to prepare for hotter days. Dress in light, airy clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Socotra in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 45 mm for the month. You can typically expect 3 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Socotra. January, February, March, June, July, August, September and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April, May, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Socotra, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 33°C  

Chance of Rain 9%  

Precipitation 45 mm  

Rainy days 3 days  

Humidity 63%  

Where to go in Yemen in May

Find out more about the weather in Yemen 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.

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

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 Socotra.

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