Monthly climate guide
Malindi weather in May
Expect hot weather in Malindi in May: afternoons reach about 30°C (85°F), while nights drop to around 24°C (76°F). Around 221 mm of rain falls over the month (very wet), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than April and about the same as June.
What stands out in May
- Humidity near 81% makes 30°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- This is rainy-season territory in Malindi: short, heavy downpours are typical.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 5°C).
- Rain is above Malindi's usual level, by about 194%.
It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Avg high
30°C
85°F
Avg low
24°C
76°F
Rainfall
221 mm
very wet
Humidity
81%
relative
Sky
56%
cloud · often cloudy
Malindi weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°C / 92°F | 24°C / 76°F | 21 mm | 71% | 41% |
| February | 34°C / 93°F | 25°C / 76°F | 14 mm | 70% | 37% |
| March | 34°C / 93°F | 26°C / 78°F | 48 mm | 71% | 43% |
| April | 32°C / 89°F | 26°C / 78°F | 109 mm | 77% | 54% |
| May | 30°C / 85°F | 24°C / 76°F | 221 mm | 81% | 56% |
| June | 29°C / 85°F | 23°C / 74°F | 63 mm | 76% | 45% |
| July | 29°C / 84°F | 23°C / 73°F | 32 mm | 72% | 44% |
| August | 30°C / 85°F | 23°C / 73°F | 25 mm | 72% | 38% |
| September | 31°C / 87°F | 23°C / 73°F | 38 mm | 72% | 35% |
| October | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 75°F | 99 mm | 75% | 38% |
| November | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 76°F | 145 mm | 78% | 41% |
| December | 32°C / 90°F | 25°C / 76°F | 88 mm | 76% | 35% |
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is May a good time to visit Malindi?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Malindi →Other Kenya cities in May
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Malindi in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Malindi?
May is one of the wetter months in Malindi, with about 221 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Malindi in May?
Average highs are about 30°C (85°F) and average lows about 24°C (76°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Malindi in May?
Malindi typically gets around 221 mm of rain in May — very wet. It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Malindi (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.