Athi River weather in May (Kenya)

What is the weather forecast for Athi River in May? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in Athi River during May, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 25°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 16°C.

Precipitation

Athi River in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 14 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 175 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Athi River, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 25°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 89 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 175 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Nairobi, Kenya (16 KM, 10 Miles).

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.

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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?

For visitors traveling to Athi River, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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