Tsavo weather in May (Coast Region, Kenya)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Tsavo this May? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of May in Tsavo typically brings very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 32°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 22°C. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Tsavo in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 46 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 9 days of rain.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, February and March tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Tsavo, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 29%  

Precipitation 46 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

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

Temperatures

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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.

What To Do

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

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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