Limuru weather in May (Central, Kenya)

Looking to travel to Limuru in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Limuru typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 24°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 15°C.

Limuru in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 122 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 19 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 175 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Limuru. January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April, May 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 Limuru climate page with graphs.

 

Limuru, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 15°C  

Max Temperature 24°C  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 122 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 175 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Nairobi, Kenya (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in Kenya in May

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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 Limuru in May?

For visitors traveling to Limuru, 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 in May.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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