Temperatures in May
It's warm in May in Ethiopia with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 14°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Ethiopia in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Ethiopia with warm temperatures, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights close to 14°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 26°C, with nights close to 14°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Ethiopia will be around 25°C, with nights close to 14°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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Precipitation in May
In May, there is an average of 118 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The average precipitation chance is 43% per day this month. The weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Ethiopia. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Ethiopia in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
26°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
27°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
24°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
118 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
13 days | 8 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Ethiopia?
After some sun? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Ethiopia. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Ethiopia in May
With 34°C, Ethiopia hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 8°C to a high of 18°C.
Check out the climate of Ethiopia for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate of Ethiopia is based on weather data from Addis Ababa. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Ethiopia for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in May in Ethiopia
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Ethiopia, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Ethiopia
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Ethiopia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 13 days of rain in Ethiopia.
Daily UV Index in May in Ethiopia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Ethiopia, 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.
Temperature in May in Ethiopia Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Ethiopia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Ethiopia Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Ethiopia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Ethiopia
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Ethiopia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Ethiopia by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Ethiopia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
