Shimoni weather in May (Coast Region, Kenya)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Shimoni during May? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Shimoni includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 29°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 25°C.

Precipitation

Shimoni in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 266 mm for the month. With peak rainfall occurring this month, heavy downpours are common. It's advisable to have a poncho on hand to manage the rain. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 18 days days of rain.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Shimoni. February, July, August, September and November typically offer the best circumstances. While April and May tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Shimoni, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 266 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Data from: Tanga, Tanzania (59 KM, 37 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.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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