May · Kenya
Best time to visit Nairobi in MayWeather, crowds & prices
May score
8.5/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 96 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Sunny days
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Nairobi scores 8.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 19°C, 96 mm of rain, and roughly 30 sunny days this month.
Safari gateway parks and highland city energy feel best October through March.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nairobi in May?
- In May, Nairobi averages 19°C, 96 mm of rain, and about 30 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 8.5/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Nairobi?
- May earns a 8.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Nairobi in May?
- Expect about 96 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 30 sunny days.
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