Massawa in May
7.8out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Hot: daytime highs around 33°C. Very dry: about 1 rainy days.
33°CAvg high
27°CAvg low
1Rainy days (5 mm)
12:44 hDaylight
05:57Sunrise · 18:40 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 33°C
- Very dry: about 1 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (1.8 days). 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 | 21°C | 109 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.7 |
| February | 25°C | 22°C | 64 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.4 |
| March | 27°C | 23°C | 33 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| April | 30°C | 25°C | 16 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.3 |
| May | 33°C | 27°C | 5 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.8 |
| June | 35°C | 28°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.4 |
| July | 36°C | 30°C | 5 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.0 |
| August | 36°C | 30°C | 5 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.0 |
| September | 35°C | 29°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.4 |
| October | 32°C | 27°C | 18 mm | 4 | – | – | 7.7 |
| November | 29°C | 25°C | 49 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.0 |
| December | 27°C | 23°C | 84 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Massawa in May?
Daytime highs average 33°C and nights about 27°C.
When is the best time to visit Massawa?
The best months are April, March, November, May.