Weather in Addis Ababa in May
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Climate Overview
May is a wet time to visit Addis Ababa. Addis Ababa has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 22°C, lows of 11°C, and approximately 13 rainy days per month.
22°C
11°C
13days
12.5h
Is May a good time to visit Addis Ababa?
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Daylight
6:06 AM
6:38 PM
Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C | 9°C | 3 | Excellent (best) |
| February | 23°C | 11°C | 5 | Excellent (best) |
| March | 23°C | 12°C | 13 | Wet |
| April | 23°C | 12°C | 18 | Wet |
| May | 22°C | 11°C | 13 | Wet |
| June | 20°C | 10°C | 29 | Wet |
| July | 18°C | 11°C | 30 | Wet |
| August | 19°C | 11°C | 31 | Wet |
| September | 19°C | 10°C | 26 | Wet |
| October | 20°C | 9°C | 3 | Excellent (best) |
| November | 21°C | 8°C | 1 | Excellent (best) |
| December | 21°C | 8°C | 0 | Excellent (best) |
Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025
What to Pack for May
Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
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Common Questions
Is May a good time to visit Addis Ababa? +
May is typically Wet for visiting Addis Ababa, with average highs of 22°C and around 13 rainy days.
What should I pack for Addis Ababa in May? +
With highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
Does it rain a lot in Addis Ababa in May? +
Addis Ababa typically sees around 13 rainy days in May.
How many hours of daylight are there in Addis Ababa in May? +
In May, Addis Ababa gets approximately 12.5 hours of daylight per day.
Is May peak season in Addis Ababa? +
No, May is not peak season in Addis Ababa. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.
What is the best month to visit Addis Ababa? +
The best months to visit Addis Ababa are October, November, December, January, February, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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