Kenya (Mombasa) · May
Low seasonKenya · Africa
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 33° (91°)30– (86–)34 (93) | 33° (91°)31– (88–)35 (95) | 33° (91°)30– (86–)35 (95) | 32° (90°)27– (81–)34 (93) | 30° (86°)26– (79–)32 (90) | 29° (84°)26– (79–)31 (88) | 29° (84°)25– (77–)30 (86) | 29° (84°)26– (79–)30 (86) | 29° (84°)27– (81–)31 (88) | 30° (86°)28– (82–)32 (90) | 31° (88°)28– (82–)33 (91) | 32° (90°)30– (86–)34 (93) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 25° (77°)22– (72–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)23– (73–)26 (79) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)27 (81) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)27 (81) | 24° (75°)22– (72–)25 (77) | 23° (73°)21– (70–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)20– (68–)23 (73) | 22° (72°)20– (68–)23 (73) | 23° (73°)20– (68–)24 (75) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)25 (77) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)23– (73–)26 (79) |
☀️Sunshine | 8h | 9h | 8h | 6h | 6h | 7h | 7h | 8h | 8h | 8h | 7h | 8h |
🌊Water Temp | 27° (81°) | 28° (82°) | 29° (84°) | 29° (84°) | 29° (84°) | 28° (82°) | 27° (81°) | 26° (79°) | 26° (79°) | 27° (81°) | 28° (82°) | 27° (81°) |
🌧Rain Days | 1d16mm (0.6") | 1d8mm (0.3") | 3d51mm (2.0") | 8d107mm (4.2") | 12d226mm (8.9") | 7d97mm (3.8") | 6d50mm (2.0") | 5d44mm (1.7") | 5d54mm (2.1") | 7d117mm (4.6") | 7d121mm (4.8") | 5d73mm (2.9") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Shoulder month between two peak travel months — lower prices with mostly good conditions.
May in Kenya (Mombasa) is generally manageable, but with 12 rain days it's not a reliably sunny month. Better conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, and December.
Daytime highs average 30°C (86°F), cooling to 24°C (75°F) at night (daily average: 27°C (81°F)). Peaks reach around 32°C (90°F), the coldest nights around 22°C (72°F). With 6 sunshine hours per day and 12 rain days (226 mm (8.9 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. The water is a warm 29°C (84°F) — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Light clothing is enough — the evenings stay mild too. Good conditions for sightseeing and excursions.
Long rainy season: rain every day, the vegetation explodes in green. Heavily reduced prices.
Packing list for Kenya (Mombasa) in May
- Light summer clothes
- Swimwear and beach towel
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Insect repellent
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Kenya (Mombasa)?
- May is not an optimal month for Kenya (Mombasa) (Score: 56/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, and December.
- How warm is it in Kenya (Mombasa) in May?
- In May, Kenya (Mombasa) sees daily highs of 30°C (86°F). Nights cool to 24°C (75°F), with a daily average of 27°C (81°F). Peaks reach around 32°C (90°F), the coldest nights around 22°C (72°F).
- How much rain falls in Kenya (Mombasa) in May?
- In May, Kenya (Mombasa) receives an average of 226 mm (8.9 in) of rain over 12 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Kenya (Mombasa) get in May?
- Kenya (Mombasa) averages 6 sunshine hours per day in May — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Kenya (Mombasa) in May?
- Water temperature in Kenya (Mombasa) in May averages 29°C (84°F) — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
