Mtwara in May
8.2out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C. Some rain: about 7 rainy days.
28°CAvg high
25°CAvg low
7Rainy days (37 mm)
11:32 hDaylight
06:30Sunrise · 18:01 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Some rain: about 7 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.2 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.2 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 | 187 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| February | 28°C | 26°C | 145 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.2 |
| March | 28°C | 26°C | 183 mm | 24 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 28°C | 25°C | 114 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.5 |
| May | 28°C | 25°C | 37 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| June | 27°C | 23°C | 8 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.9 |
| July | 26°C | 23°C | 5 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.9 |
| August | 26°C | 23°C | 6 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.9 |
| September | 26°C | 23°C | 10 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| October | 26°C | 24°C | 20 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| November | 27°C | 25°C | 43 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.7 |
| December | 28°C | 26°C | 123 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Mtwara in May?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 25°C.
When is the best time to visit Mtwara?
The best months are June, July, August, September.