May · Kenya
Best time to visit Masai Mara in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Masai Mara in May
Average temperature 20°C, 106 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.3/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 106 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Masai Mara scores 8.3/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 20°C, 106 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
In the Maasai Mara, open grasslands and the Mara River crossings draw wildlife viewers from July to October.
May in Masai Mara: strong conditions, 9th of 12
Trail conditions at 20°C (68°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in May; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
106 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 8.3/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, August is materially better in Masai Mara — 1.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Masai Mara in May?
- In May, Masai Mara averages 20°C, 106 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Masai Mara?
- May earns a 8.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Masai Mara in May?
- Expect about 106 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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