May · Ethiopia
Best time to visit Bahir Dar in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Bahir Dar in May
Average temperature 22°C, 83 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 55% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
7.9/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 83 mm
- Humidity
- 55%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Bahir Dar scores 7.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 22°C, 83 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Bahir Dar sits on Lake Tana in Ethiopia, with island monasteries and the Blue Nile Falls close by.
May in Bahir Dar: strong conditions, 6th of 12
May averages 22°C (72°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Rainfall runs 83 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.5 hours of daylight.
It scores 7.9/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 9.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? February scores 2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Bahir Dar in May?
- In May, Bahir Dar averages 22°C, 83 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.9/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Bahir Dar?
- May earns a 7.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Bahir Dar in May?
- Expect about 83 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 55% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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