May · Tanzania
Best time to visit Moshi in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Moshi in May
Average temperature 23°C, 72 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
7.8/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 72 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Moshi scores 7.8/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 23°C, 72 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Moshi sits at the foot of Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, surrounded by coffee farms and climbing routes.
May in Moshi: strong conditions, 6th of 12
May averages 23°C (73°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.
Rainfall runs 72 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.8 hours of daylight.
It scores 7.8/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 8.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Moshi in May?
- In May, Moshi averages 23°C, 72 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.8/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Moshi?
- May earns a 7.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Moshi in May?
- Expect about 72 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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