Hells Gate National Park

Hells Gate National Park Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Hells Gate National Park, Kenya in May.

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Naivasha Gilgil

Planning a getaway to Hells Gate National Park, Kenya this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Hells Gate National Park in May

Hells Gate National Park, Kenya is a region in Kenya. May in Hells Gate National Park generally has pleasant temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Naivasha.

To explore the conditions in Hells Gate National Park, Kenya in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Gilgil with an average of 115 mm (4.5 in) to high rainfall in Naivasha with 123 mm (4.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Naivasha enjoys about 208 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Hells Gate National Park in May

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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 Hells Gate National Park

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Hells Gate National Park, Kenya?

Temperature range in Hells Gate National Park (May)

Precipitation variation in Hells Gate National Park (May)

Naivasha

In May Naivasha generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
208 hours
237 hours
Monthly rainfall
178 mm (7 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
19 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Naivasha →

Gilgil

In May Gilgil generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
208 hours
237 hours
Monthly rainfall
184 mm (7.2 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
19 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Gilgil →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Hells Gate National Park in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Naivasha 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Gilgil 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)

Hells Gate National Park weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Hells Gate National Park, Kenya in May?

Hells Gate National Park, Kenya typically experiences pleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Naivasha average around 21°C (70°F), and temperatures drop to about 13°C (55°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Hells Gate National Park, Kenya in May?

Naivasha averages a daytime maximum of 21°C (70°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 13°C (55°F).

Does Hells Gate National Park, Kenya get a lot of rain in May?

Naivasha typically receives notable rainfall in May, about 123 mm (4.8 in) on average across Hells Gate National Park, Kenya.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Hells Gate National Park, Kenya?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Hells Gate National Park, Kenya due to the typically pleasant weather in Naivasha.

On average, the best time to visit Hells Gate National Park, Kenya is in January, February, June, July, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Naivasha.

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