Blantyre in May
8.5out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 25°C. Some rain: about 4 rainy days.
25°CAvg high
15°CAvg low
4Rainy days (14 mm)
11:16 hDaylight
05:58Sunrise · 17:14 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 25°C
- Some rain: about 4 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.1 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C | 20°C | 321 mm | 26 | – | – | 6.1 |
| February | 27°C | 20°C | 203 mm | 20 | – | – | 6.1 |
| March | 27°C | 19°C | 165 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 26°C | 17°C | 50 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| May | 25°C | 15°C | 14 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.5 |
| June | 23°C | 13°C | 11 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.5 |
| July | 23°C | 12°C | 14 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| August | 25°C | 13°C | 7 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| September | 29°C | 16°C | 9 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| October | 30°C | 19°C | 29 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.1 |
| November | 31°C | 20°C | 90 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.9 |
| December | 29°C | 20°C | 225 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Blantyre in May?
Daytime highs average 25°C and nights about 15°C.
When is the best time to visit Blantyre?
The best months are August, September, May, June.