Malindi in May
6.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C. Very wet: about 21 rainy days.
29°CAvg high
25°CAvg low
21Rainy days (151 mm)
11:51 hDaylight
06:20Sunrise · 18:11 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°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 | 31°C | 25°C | 14 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.2 |
| February | 31°C | 24°C | 8 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.3 |
| March | 32°C | 25°C | 36 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.9 |
| April | 31°C | 25°C | 97 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.6 |
| May | 29°C | 25°C | 151 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| June | 28°C | 24°C | 60 mm | 15 | – | – | 7.1 |
| July | 27°C | 23°C | 44 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.4 |
| August | 27°C | 23°C | 34 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| September | 28°C | 23°C | 30 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| October | 29°C | 24°C | 65 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.4 |
| November | 30°C | 24°C | 60 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.8 |
| December | 31°C | 25°C | 43 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Malindi in May?
Daytime highs average 29°C and nights about 25°C.
When is the best time to visit Malindi?
The best months are February, January.