Temperatures in May
It's warm in May in Lake Manyara National Park with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 18°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Lake Manyara 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 Manyara National Park with warm temperatures, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights close to 17°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 rises to around 27°C, with nights close to 17°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
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 Manyara National Park will be around 26°C, with nights close to 16°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
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 73 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
The average precipitation chance is 31% per day this month. Though it seems pretty low, 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 Lake Manyara 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 Manyara National Park in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
26°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
27°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
25°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
73 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
9 days | 8 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 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 Manyara National Park?
Want nice weather? Then May is a great time to be in Lake Manyara National Park. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Lake Manyara National Park in May
With 31°C, Lake Manyara National Park hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 1°C to a high of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Lake Manyara National Park
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Lake Manyara 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 Manyara National Park
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Lake Manyara 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 9 days of rain in Lake Manyara National Park.
Daily UV Index in May in Lake Manyara National Park
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Lake Manyara 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 Manyara National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Lake Manyara National Park, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Lake Manyara National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Lake Manyara 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 Manyara National Park
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Average Weather in Lake Manyara National Park by Month
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