KenyaThe weather in May in Kericho
It's warm in May in Kericho with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 15°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Kericho. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of 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 Kericho, 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 2019, Kericho reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 0°C to a highest value of 21°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 245 mm of precipitation, spread over 24 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Kericho
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kericho. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Kericho | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 14°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 245 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 24 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Kericho with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 15°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 29°C, with nights around 15°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Kericho is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°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 9 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 Kericho, Kenya. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Kericho
Temperature in May in Kericho over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Kericho, 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 Kericho
Total precipitation in May in Kericho over the years
Daily UV index in May in Kericho
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Kericho, 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 Kericho by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kericho. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.