Tiwi weather in May (Kenya)

Is May a good time to explore Tiwi weather-wise? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

May in Tiwi generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 29°C, while nights can cool down to about 24°C. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Tiwi in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 243 mm for the month. Prepare for the heaviest rain of the year this month, which often comes in heavy showers. A poncho is a smart choice to stay dry. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 19 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 202 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Tiwi.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Tiwi. January, February, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May tends to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Tiwi, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Water Temperature 27°C *  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 243 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 202 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Mombasa, Kenya (22 KM, 13 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. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Tiwi.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Kenya? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Kenya. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.