EthiopiaThe weather in May in Addis Ababa
It's warm in May in Addis Ababa with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 14°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2023, Addis Ababa reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 18°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 118 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Addis Ababa
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Addis Ababa. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Addis Ababa | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 26°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 27°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 13°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 118 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 16 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Addis Ababa with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 14°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 26°C, with nights around 14°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Addis Ababa is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Addis Ababa
Temperature in May in Addis Ababa over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Addis Ababa
Total precipitation in May in Addis Ababa over the years
Daily UV index in May in Addis Ababa
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Addis Ababa, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Addis Ababa by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Addis Ababa. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.