Temperatures in May
It's warm in May in Lake Nakuru National Park with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 15°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Lake Nakuru National Park 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 Lake Nakuru National Park with warm temperatures, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights close to 15°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 26°C, with nights close to 15°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 Lake Nakuru National Park will be around 26°C, with nights close to 15°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in May
In May, there is an average of 128 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Across the whole month, the average precipitation chance is 50% per day. Though it seems average, the weather’s variable. Some days have higher, others lower precipitation chances.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Lake Nakuru National Park. 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.
Lake Nakuru National Park in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
25°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
27°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
24°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
128 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
16 days | 8 days | |
April
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 Lake Nakuru National Park?
After some sun? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Lake Nakuru National Park. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Lake Nakuru National Park in May
With 29°C, Lake Nakuru National Park hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2016. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 11°C to a high of 17°C.
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Curious about the climate in other parts of Kenya? Check out the weather and climate in places like Masai Mara National Reserve, Nairobi, Mombasa, or have a look at other destinations in Kenya.
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Daily Temperature in May in Lake Nakuru National Park
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Lake Nakuru National Park, 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 Lake Nakuru National Park
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Lake Nakuru National Park, 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 16 days of rain in Lake Nakuru National Park.
Daily UV Index in May in Lake Nakuru National Park
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Lake Nakuru National Park, 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 Lake Nakuru National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Lake Nakuru National Park, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Lake Nakuru National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Lake Nakuru National Park, 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 Lake Nakuru National Park
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Lake Nakuru National Park. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Lake Nakuru National Park by Month
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