Tanta weather in May (Gharbia Governorate, Egypt)

Thinking of visiting Tanta in May? Check the weather first! Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

Expect perfect weather in Tanta during May, which means very high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 33°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 18°C. Although these are the average temperatures, expect warmer days occasionally. Wear cool clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Tanta in May usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 1.1 mm for the month. Expect around a single day of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With approximately 327 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Tanta, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 33°C  

Chance of Rain 2%  

Precipitation 1.1 mm  

Rainy days a single day  

Humidity 56%  

Sunshine 327 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Egypt in May

Find out more about the weather in Egypt 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

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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