Embakasi weather in May (Kenya)

What kind of weather does May bring to Embakasi? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Expect perfect weather in Embakasi during May, which means high temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 25°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 16°C.

Precipitation

Embakasi in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. Expect around 16 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 175 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Embakasi. January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December typically offer 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 Embakasi climate page with graphs.

 

Embakasi, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 25°C  

Chance of Rain 52%  

Precipitation 90 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 175 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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. 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.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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