Ethiopia (Addis Ababa)
May
Weather in Ethiopia for May 2025
Your guide to Ethiopia weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Ethiopia at the beginning of May is 21 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 24.6 °C by the end of May.
Ethiopia experiences an exceptionally high level of rainfall in May, with more than 20 rainy days on average.
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8
Dry days
23
Rainy days
0
Snow days
23°/12°
Temperatures
13 km/h
Avg max wind
68 %
Avg humidity
Ethiopia in May average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
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| 1  20° | 2 21° | 3 21° | 4 22° | |||
| 5 22° | 6 21° | 7 20° | 8 20° | 9 22° | 10 21° | 11 23° |
| 12  25° | 13 24° | 14 23° | 15 24° | 16 23° | 17 23° | 18 24° |
| 19 22° | 20 24° | 21 23° | 22 23° | 23 22° | 24 25° | 25 24° |
| 26 24° | 27 25° | 28 25° | 29 25° | 30 26° | 31 23° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Ethiopia
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May weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 20° /13° | 30.8 mm | 5 | |
| 2 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 21° /13° | 15.1 mm | 5 | |
| 3 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 21° /13° | 11.2 mm | 5 | |
| 4 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 22° /12° | 15.1 mm | 5 | |
| 5 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 22° /13° | 13.1 mm | 5 | |
| 6 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 21° /14° | 8.3 mm | 5 | |
| 7 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 20° /13° | 16.9 mm | 5 | |
| 8 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 20° /13° | 14.9 mm | 5 | |
| 9 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 22° /13° | 14.4 mm | 5 | |
| 10 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 21° /13° | 9.5 mm | 5 | |
| 11 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 23° /13° | 3.2 mm | 5 | |
| 12 May | Patchy rain possible | 25° /12° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| 13 May | Patchy rain possible | 24° /12° | 0.3 mm | 6 | |
| 14 May | Moderate rain at times | 23° /13° | 0.8 mm | 5 | |
| 15 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 24° /13° | 9.8 mm | 6 | |
| 16 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 23° /14° | 7.9 mm | 5 | |
| 17 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 23° /14° | 11.4 mm | 5 | |
| 18 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 24° /14° | 3.9 mm | 6 | |
| 19 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 22° /13° | 9.6 mm | 5 | |
| 20 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 24° /13° | 8.9 mm | 6 | |
| 21 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 23° /13° | 43.2 mm | 5 | |
| 22 May | Patchy rain possible | 23° /12° | 3.6 mm | 5 | |
| 23 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 22° /13° | 5.2 mm | 5 | |
| 24 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 25° /13° | 7.8 mm | 6 | |
| 25 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 24° /13° | 5.8 mm | 6 | |
| 26 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 24° /13° | 1.1 mm | 6 | |
| 27 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 25° /12° | 1.9 mm | 6 | |
| 28 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 25° /13° | 5.6 mm | 6 | |
| 29 May | Moderate rain at times | 25° /13° | 7.2 mm | 6 | |
| 30 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 26° /13° | 12.3 mm | 6 | |
| 31 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 23° /13° | 10.6 mm | 6 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Ethiopia in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Ethiopia forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Ethiopia in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Ethiopia during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 23° and cooler nights around 12°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Ethiopia during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 619.3 mm is expected in Ethiopia during May, occurring over more than 23 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Ethiopia during May?
The average wind speed in Ethiopia during May is 13 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
What to pack to Ethiopia in May?
As you prepare for your trip to Ethiopia in May, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Ethiopia, during May, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Accessories
- Sunglasses: For sun protection
- Sun Hats: Wide-brimmed hats for sun protection in warm weather
- Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
- Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
- Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
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