Msambweni weather in May (Kenya)

What is the weather forecast for Msambweni in May? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In May, Msambweni tends to experience high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 29°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 25°C.

Precipitation

Msambweni in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 261 mm for the month. This month brings the peak rainfall of the year, with heavy showers. Be sure to have a poncho ready to manage the downpours. Historically, the month has about 18 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 202 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Msambweni. January, February, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April and May tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Msambweni, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 261 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 202 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Mombasa, Kenya (49 KM, 31 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.

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

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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