KenyaThe weather in May in Kilifi
It's hot in May in Kilifi with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 26°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Kilifi. 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 Kilifi, 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 39°C in 2021, Kilifi reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 22°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 196 mm of precipitation, spread over 20 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Kilifi
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kilifi. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Kilifi | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 30°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 25°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 196 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 20 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Kilifi with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 26°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 31°C, with nights around 26°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Kilifi is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°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 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 Kilifi, Kenya. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Kilifi
Temperature in May in Kilifi over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Kilifi, 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 Kilifi
Total precipitation in May in Kilifi over the years
Daily UV index in May in Kilifi
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Kilifi, 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 Kilifi by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kilifi. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.