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Selous Game Reserve weather in May (Mafia Island, Tanzania)

Planning a trip to Selous Game Reserve in May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Selous Game Reserve generally has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 31°C. But by evening, they drop to around 20°C.

While these temperatures are typical, some days might be even hotter. Always be prepared for the unexpected spikes in warmth. Dressing in lightweight and breathable outfits will help you stay cool. Don't forget to stay hydrated and wear sun protection to handle the heat better.

Selous Game Reserve in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 33 mm for the month. Typically around 7 days of rainfall is expected.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Selous Game Reserve, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 22%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 33 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  

Where to go in Tanzania in May

Find out more about the weather in Tanzania in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Selous Game Reserve in May?

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.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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