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Weather in Nairobi for May 2026

Your guide to Nairobi weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • Until now, May 2026 in Nairobi has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 22.8 °C (showing only a slight deviation of -0.4 °C).

  • Expect cooler weather in the next days in Nairobi with the forecast suggesting a temperature of 21.9 °C, lower than the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Nairobi at the beginning of May is 23.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 22.4 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Nairobi experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 118 mm.

Average dry days
1
Dry days
Average rainy days
30
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
23°/14°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
13 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
80 %
Avg humidity

Nairobi Weather May

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April
June
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Moderate or heavy rain shower
23°
2
Moderate or heavy rain shower
24°
3
Patchy rain possible
24°
4
Patchy rain possible
23°
5
Patchy rain possible
23°
6
Patchy rain possible
23°
7
Patchy rain possible
23°
8
Patchy rain possible
23°
9
Light rain shower
23°
10
Patchy rain possible
23°
11
Patchy rain possible
23°
12
Partly cloudy
24°
13
Moderate rain
21°
14
Patchy rain possible
21°
15
Patchy rain possible
22°
16
Patchy rain possible
22°
17
Patchy rain possible
23°
18
Patchy rain possible
21°
19
Patchy rain possible
21°
20
Patchy rain possible
22°
21
Patchy rain possible
23°
22
Patchy rain possible
22°
23
Patchy rain possible
23°
24
Partly cloudy
23°
25
Patchy rain possible
21°
26
Patchy rain possible
22°
27
Overcast
23°
28
Patchy rain possible
22°
29
Patchy rain possible
22°
30
Patchy rain possible
23°
31
Patchy rain possible
24°

Temperatures trend during May in Nairobi

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

May weather in Nairobi day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 23° /15° 11.9 mm 6
2 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 24° /15° 9.7 mm 6
3 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 24° /15° 5.7 mm 6
4 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /15° 6.1 mm 6
5 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /14° 3.4 mm 6
6 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /15° 4.6 mm 6
7 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /15° 4.4 mm 7
8 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /15° 4.8 mm 6
9 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 23° /15° 5.6 mm 5
10 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /14° 2.8 mm 6
11 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /14° 2.3 mm 6
12 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 24° /14° 7 mm 6
13 May Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 21° /16° 11.9 mm 10.4
14 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 21° /16° 4.9 mm 7.6
15 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 22° /13° 0.8 mm 11.5
16 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 22° /13° 0.5 mm 5
17 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /13° 1.7 mm 5
18 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 21° /14° 3.6 mm 5
19 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 21° /16° 4 mm 5
20 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 22° /15° 2 mm 5
21 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /14° 0.4 mm 5
22 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 22° /14° 0.6 mm 5
23 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /13° 0.1 mm 5
24 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 23° /13° 0.1 mm 6
25 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 21° /13° 0.6 mm 5
26 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 22° /13° 1.4 mm 5
27 May Overcast
Overcast
 23° /13° 2.1 mm 6
28 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 22° /13° 1.8 mm 6
29 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 22° /14° 2.4 mm 6
30 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /13° 2.3 mm 6
31 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 24° /13° 1.2 mm 6
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Nairobi in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Nairobi forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Nairobi in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Nairobi during May?

Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 23° and cooler nights around 14°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.

How much rainfall should be expected in Nairobi during May?

Significant rainfall exceeding 118 mm is expected in Nairobi during May, occurring over more than 30 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

What are the typical wind conditions in Nairobi during May?

The average wind speed in Nairobi during May is 13 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in Nairobi

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Nairobis May weather 💧
Typically, Nairobi has 30 rainy days in May with a total of 118 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Nairobi during May

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of May ☀️

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