Ruiru in May
7.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 24°C. Very wet: about 15 rainy days.
24°CAvg high
16°CAvg low
15Rainy days (73 mm)
11:57 hDaylight
06:30Sunrise · 18:27 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 24°C
- Very wet: about 15 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.6 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 (±5.6 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 | 26°C | 15°C | 30 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| February | 27°C | 15°C | 21 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| March | 27°C | 16°C | 59 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.4 |
| April | 25°C | 17°C | 120 mm | 22 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 24°C | 16°C | 73 mm | 15 | – | – | 7.1 |
| June | 23°C | 15°C | 28 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| July | 23°C | 13°C | 8 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| August | 23°C | 14°C | 12 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| September | 25°C | 14°C | 10 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| October | 26°C | 16°C | 45 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| November | 24°C | 16°C | 122 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 25°C | 15°C | 57 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Ruiru in May?
Daytime highs average 24°C and nights about 16°C.
When is the best time to visit Ruiru?
The best months are July, September, August, February.