The weather in May in Amboseli National Park
It's warm in May in Amboseli National Park with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 19°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Amboseli National Park. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Amboseli National Park, Kenya. 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 31°C in 2022, Amboseli National Park reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 1°C to a highest value of 22°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 76 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in May for Amboseli National Park
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Amboseli National Park. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
Amboseli National Park | New York | |
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Average temperature | 27°C | 22°C |
Max. temperature | 28°C | 28°C |
Min. temperature | 16°C | -5°C |
Total precipitation | 76 mm | 105 mm |
Rainy days | 12 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Amboseli National Park with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 18°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 28°C, with nights around 18°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Amboseli National Park is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 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 Amboseli National Park, Kenya. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Amboseli National Park
Temperature in May in Amboseli National Park over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Amboseli National Park, Kenya. 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 Amboseli National Park
Total precipitation in May in Amboseli National Park over the years
Daily UV index in May in Amboseli National Park
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Amboseli National Park, 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 Amboseli National Park by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Amboseli National Park. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.