Diani Beach

Coast Province Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Coast Province, Kenya in May.

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Diani Beach Mombasa Malindi Watamu

Planning a trip to Coast Province, Kenya this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Coast Province in May

Coast Province, Kenya is a region in Kenya. May in Coast Province generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Bura at 27°C (81°F) to very warm in Koito at 33°C (91°F). At night it cools down to 23°C (73°F) in Koito and 18°C (64°F) in Bura. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

To explore the conditions in Coast Province, Kenya in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tsavo with an average of 46 mm (1.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Chale Island with 270 mm (11 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Diani Beach.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Diani Beach typically receives 202 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Coast Province in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Coast Province.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Coast Province

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Coast Province, Kenya?

Temperature range in Coast Province (May)

Precipitation variation in Coast Province (May)

Diani Beach

In May Diani Beach generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
224 hours
202 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
189 mm (7.4 in)
258 mm (10 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Diani Beach →

Malindi

In May Malindi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
204 mm (8 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
21 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Malindi →

Watamu

In May Watamu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
202 mm (8 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
21 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Watamu →

Mombasa

In May Mombasa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
224 hours
202 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
19 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
perfect
Climate in Mombasa →

Mtwapa

In May Mtwapa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
224 hours
202 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
151 mm (5.9 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Mtwapa →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Coast Province, in Kenya.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Coast Province in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Diani Beach 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 258 mm (10 in)
Mombasa 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 206 mm (8.1 in)
Malindi 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 204 mm (8 in)
Watamu 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 202 mm (8 in)
Mtwapa 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 220 mm (8.7 in)
Shanzu 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 226 mm (8.9 in)

Coast Province weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Coast Province, Kenya in May?

Expect unpleasant weather across Coast Province, Kenya in May. The popular destination of Diani Beach averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Coast Province, Kenya in May?

In Diani Beach, the average daytime high in May is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does Coast Province, Kenya get a lot of rain in May?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Diani Beach records an average of 258 mm (10 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Coast Province, Kenya.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Coast Province, Kenya?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Diani Beach, May may not be the ideal time to visit Coast Province, Kenya.

Generally speaking, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Diani Beach. In contrast, April tends to have poor weather conditions.

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