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Weather in Dar es Salaam for May 2026

Your guide to Dar es Salaam weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Dar es Salaam at the beginning of May is 28 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 28.7 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Dar es Salaam experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 122.9 mm.

Average dry days
4
Dry days
Average rainy days
27
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
28°/22°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
17 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
82 %
Avg humidity

Dar es Salaam Weather May

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

Temperatures trend during May in Dar es Salaam

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May weather in Dar es Salaam 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
 28° /22° 16.1 mm 7
2 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 28° /22° 8.4 mm 7
3 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 28° /22° 4.3 mm 7
4 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 28° /22° 2.9 mm 7
5 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 29° /21° 6.2 mm 7
6 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 28° /21° 2 mm 7
7 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 27° /22° 2.8 mm 6
8 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 29° /22° 3.3 mm 7
9 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 27° /22° 7.5 mm 6
10 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 29° /22° 3.4 mm 7
11 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 29° /22° 0.6 mm 7
12 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 29° /21° 5.1 mm 7
13 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /21° 2.1 mm 7
14 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 29° /21° 4.9 mm 7
15 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 30° /21° 2.6 mm 7
16 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /21° 1.2 mm 8
17 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 30° /21° 1.1 mm 7
18 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /22° 1.7 mm 7
19 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /21° 1.4 mm 7
20 May Overcast
Overcast
 30° /21° 3 mm 8
21 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 28° /22° 5.5 mm 7
22 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 27° /22° 19.9 mm 6
23 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 29° /21° 1.5 mm 7
24 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 29° /21° 0.8 mm 7
25 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 29° /20° 1.2 mm 7
26 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 29° /21° 1 mm 7
27 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 27° /21° 3.9 mm 7
28 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 27° /21° 6.5 mm 7
29 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /20° 0.7 mm 7
30 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 29° /20° 0.2 mm 8
31 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 30° /21° 1.2 mm 7
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Dar es Salaam 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 Dar es Salaam forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Dar es Salaam in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Dar es Salaam during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 28° and lows near 22°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Dar es Salaam during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 122.9 mm is expected in Dar es Salaam during May, occurring over more than 27 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Dar es Salaam during May?
The average wind speed in Dar es Salaam during May is 17 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in Dar es Salaam

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UV exposure in Dar es Salaam during May

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