Kilifi in May
6.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C. Very wet: about 21 rainy days.
28°CAvg high
24°CAvg low
21Rainy days (166 mm)
11:50 hDaylight
06:22Sunrise · 18:12 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Very wet: about 21 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.6 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±5.6 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 | 30°C | 25°C | 27 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.1 |
| February | 30°C | 25°C | 15 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.3 |
| March | 31°C | 25°C | 56 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.6 |
| April | 30°C | 25°C | 113 mm | 23 | – | – | 5.8 |
| May | 28°C | 24°C | 166 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| June | 27°C | 23°C | 58 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.2 |
| July | 27°C | 22°C | 41 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.4 |
| August | 27°C | 22°C | 34 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.5 |
| September | 28°C | 23°C | 34 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| October | 29°C | 23°C | 74 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.2 |
| November | 29°C | 24°C | 74 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.7 |
| December | 30°C | 25°C | 64 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Kilifi in May?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 24°C.
When is the best time to visit Kilifi?
The best months are February, January.