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Ruaha National Park Weather in May
May in Ruaha National Park averages 32°C (90°F) during the day and 20°C (68°F) at night. With only 6.1 mm (0.2 in) of rainfall expected on average, it's a largely dry month.
Rainfall in Ruaha National Park in May
Typically around 4 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 6.1 mm (0.2 in) for the month. The odd shower may pass through, but it usually doesn't amount to much. A largely dry month overall.
Temperature in Ruaha National Park in May
The excellent temperature in Ruaha National Park in May makes it a solid month to visit, with 32°C (90°F) during the day and 20°C (68°F) at night. For most visitors, the main thing to prepare for is the heat during the day. At 20°C (68°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the best months to visit Ruaha National Park.
Ruaha National Park Temperature in May
Min Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Max Temperature
32°C (90°F)
Chance of Rain
13%
Precipitation
6.1 mm (0.2 in)
Rainy days
4 days
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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).
What to Wear in Ruaha National Park in May
Warm but pleasant conditions in Ruaha National Park in May. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection.
What To Do in Ruaha National Park in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling8/10 -
Walking8/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports8/10
Ruaha National Park 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in May
Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Dar es Salaam
30°C (86°F) Zanzibar City
29°C (84°F) Bwejuu29°C (84°F) Matemwe29°C (84°F) Paje29°C (84°F) Jambiani29°C (84°F) Nungwi29°C (84°F) Moshi24°C (75°F) Bucket list
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Tanzania in July: Zanzibar, Safari or Kilimanjaro?
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