Mombaça in May
7.3out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Hot: daytime highs around 30°C. Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days.
30°CAvg high
22°CAvg low
12Rainy days (65 mm)
11:44 hDaylight
05:43Sunrise · 17:27 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 30°C
- Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.6 days)
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- 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 | 32°C | 23°C | 84 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.5 |
| February | 31°C | 22°C | 89 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.3 |
| March | 31°C | 22°C | 119 mm | 19 | – | – | 5.9 |
| April | 30°C | 22°C | 100 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.3 |
| May | 30°C | 22°C | 65 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.3 |
| June | 30°C | 21°C | 31 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.0 |
| July | 31°C | 21°C | 18 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.1 |
| August | 32°C | 21°C | 8 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.0 |
| September | 34°C | 22°C | 3 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.7 |
| October | 34°C | 22°C | 13 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.5 |
| November | 34°C | 23°C | 6 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.5 |
| December | 34°C | 23°C | 22 mm | 4 | – | – | 7.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Mombaça in May?
Daytime highs average 30°C and nights about 22°C.
When is the best time to visit Mombaça?
The best months are July, June, August, September.