Tanga weather in May (Tanzania)

How is the weather in Tanga in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Tanga generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 30°C, while nights can cool down to about 23°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Tanga in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 211 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 18 days of the month will see rainfall.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Tanga. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Tanga, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 211 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 78%  

Where to go in Tanzania in May

Find out more about the weather in Tanzania in May and which places have the best weather 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 Tanga in May?

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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Tanzania? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Tanzania. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.