Nkhata Bay in May
7.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C. Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days.
23°CAvg high
20°CAvg low
14Rainy days (81 mm)
11:28 hDaylight
05:55Sunrise · 17:23 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C
- Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.1 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±5.1 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 | 26°C | 22°C | 413 mm | 30 | – | – | 6.1 |
| February | 26°C | 22°C | 357 mm | 26 | – | – | 6.1 |
| March | 25°C | 22°C | 453 mm | 30 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 25°C | 21°C | 318 mm | 26 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 23°C | 20°C | 81 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.2 |
| June | 22°C | 19°C | 38 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| July | 21°C | 18°C | 30 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
| August | 23°C | 19°C | 22 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| September | 25°C | 21°C | 16 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| October | 27°C | 23°C | 77 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| November | 28°C | 23°C | 228 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 26°C | 22°C | 434 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Nkhata Bay in May?
Daytime highs average 23°C and nights about 20°C.
When is the best time to visit Nkhata Bay?
The best months are September, August.