Ngong weather in May (Kenya)

Is May a good time to explore Ngong weather-wise? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

The month of May in Ngong typically brings high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 26°C. At night, they generally drop to 16°C.

Precipitation

Ngong in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 102 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 17 days with rain.

Average sunshine

With about 175 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Ngong. January, March, June, July, August, September, October, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, February, April and May tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Ngong, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 102 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 175 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Nairobi, Kenya (30 KM, 18 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

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Ngong.

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