Mtwapa 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
25°CAvg low
24Rainy days (222 mm)
11:49 hDaylight
06:23Sunrise · 18:12 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Very wet: about 24 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.9 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 (±4.9 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 | 18 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.2 |
| February | 31°C | 25°C | 11 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.3 |
| March | 31°C | 26°C | 49 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.8 |
| April | 30°C | 25°C | 138 mm | 25 | – | – | 5.9 |
| May | 28°C | 25°C | 222 mm | 24 | – | – | 6.1 |
| June | 27°C | 24°C | 92 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.2 |
| July | 26°C | 23°C | 69 mm | 20 | – | – | 6.4 |
| August | 26°C | 23°C | 49 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.8 |
| September | 27°C | 23°C | 43 mm | 15 | – | – | 7.1 |
| October | 28°C | 24°C | 76 mm | 16 | – | – | 7.0 |
| November | 29°C | 25°C | 66 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.8 |
| December | 30°C | 25°C | 45 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Mtwapa in May?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 25°C.
When is the best time to visit Mtwapa?
The best months are February, January.