Temperatures in May
It's warm in May in Serengeti National Park with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 17°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Serengeti 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 Serengeti National Park with hot temperatures, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights close to 17°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
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 29°C, with nights close to 17°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
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 Serengeti National Park will be around 29°C, with nights close to 17°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.
Precipitation in May
In May, there is an average of 70 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
The average precipitation chance is 46% per day this month. 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 Serengeti 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.
Serengeti National Park in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
28°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
29°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
27°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
70 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
14 days | 8 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 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 Serengeti National Park?
Want nice weather? Then May is a great time to be in Serengeti National Park. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Serengeti National Park in May
With 33°C, Serengeti National Park hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2017. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 12°C to a high of 20°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Serengeti National Park
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Serengeti 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 Serengeti National Park
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Serengeti 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 14 days of rain in Serengeti National Park.
Daily UV Index in May in Serengeti National Park
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Serengeti 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 Serengeti National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Serengeti National Park, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Serengeti National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Serengeti 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 Serengeti National Park
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Average Weather in Serengeti National Park by Month
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