Gilgil in May
7.3out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 22°C. Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days.
22°CAvg high
13°CAvg low
13Rainy days (90 mm)
11:59 hDaylight
06:32Sunrise · 18:30 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 22°C
- Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.1 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 (±4.1 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 | 24°C | 11°C | 46 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| February | 26°C | 11°C | 31 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| March | 26°C | 12°C | 78 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| April | 23°C | 13°C | 153 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.5 |
| May | 22°C | 13°C | 90 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.3 |
| June | 21°C | 12°C | 70 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.3 |
| July | 20°C | 11°C | 50 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.3 |
| August | 21°C | 11°C | 59 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.3 |
| September | 22°C | 11°C | 59 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| October | 23°C | 12°C | 96 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| November | 22°C | 12°C | 163 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.2 |
| December | 23°C | 12°C | 85 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Gilgil in May?
Daytime highs average 22°C and nights about 13°C.
When is the best time to visit Gilgil?
The best months are February, January.