May · Tanzania
Best time to visit Dar es Salaam in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Dar es Salaam in May
Average temperature 26°C, 90 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
5.9/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 90 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Dar es Salaam scores 5.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 26°C, 90 mm of rain, and roughly 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Dar es Salaam is Tanzania's port city, with markets, beaches and ferries to Zanzibar.
May in Dar es Salaam: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
May averages 26°C (80°F) and humidity near 81%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Rainfall runs 90 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.7 hours of daylight.
It scores 5.9/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 8.2/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? July scores 2.3 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Dar es Salaam in May?
- In May, Dar es Salaam averages 26°C, 90 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.9/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Dar es Salaam?
- May earns a 5.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Dar es Salaam in May?
- Expect about 90 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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