Lamu in May
6.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C. Very wet: about 24 rainy days.
28°CAvg high
26°CAvg low
24Rainy days (224 mm)
11:54 hDaylight
06:16Sunrise · 18:10 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Very wet: about 24 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
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 | 28°C | 26°C | 12 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.9 |
| February | 28°C | 26°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.0 |
| March | 29°C | 27°C | 17 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| April | 29°C | 27°C | 118 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 28°C | 26°C | 224 mm | 24 | – | – | 6.1 |
| June | 27°C | 25°C | 83 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.7 |
| July | 26°C | 24°C | 57 mm | 15 | – | – | 7.1 |
| August | 26°C | 24°C | 36 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| September | 26°C | 24°C | 35 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| October | 27°C | 25°C | 66 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.3 |
| November | 28°C | 26°C | 58 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.3 |
| December | 28°C | 26°C | 27 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Lamu in May?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 26°C.
When is the best time to visit Lamu?
The best months are February, January, March.