Eldoret in May
6.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C. Very wet: about 22 rainy days.
23°CAvg high
13°CAvg low
22Rainy days (245 mm)
12:01 hDaylight
06:34Sunrise · 18:36 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C
- Very wet: about 22 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.2 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.2 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 | 25°C | 12°C | 49 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| February | 26°C | 12°C | 45 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| March | 26°C | 13°C | 98 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| April | 24°C | 13°C | 196 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 23°C | 13°C | 245 mm | 22 | – | – | 6.1 |
| June | 22°C | 12°C | 225 mm | 24 | – | – | 6.0 |
| July | 21°C | 11°C | 251 mm | 27 | – | – | 5.9 |
| August | 21°C | 11°C | 304 mm | 28 | – | – | 5.9 |
| September | 22°C | 11°C | 199 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 23°C | 12°C | 171 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.4 |
| November | 23°C | 12°C | 122 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.2 |
| December | 24°C | 12°C | 65 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Eldoret in May?
Daytime highs average 23°C and nights about 13°C.
When is the best time to visit Eldoret?
The best months are February, January, December.