Arusha · SpringMonth summary
Arusha weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
16°C – 22°C
🌧 Rainy days
56% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.0h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.2/10
📅 📅 Best month
September (8.5/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Arusha in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Favourable conditions in May (7.2/10). September scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Arusha in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Open terraces and outdoor markets — best season for al fresco dining Spring marks the start of the good season in Arusha. Temperatures rise (22°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 56% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. September (8.5/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 16°C | 27°C | 53% | 4.0 | 11.8h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 16°C | 28°C | 42% | 3.4 | 11.8h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 17°C | 27°C | 58% | 6.1 | 11.6h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌧️ April | 17°C | 24°C | 90% | 9.8 | 10.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 16°C | 22°C | 56% | 4.4 | 10.0h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 14°C | 21°C | 32% | 1.3 | 10.2h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 14°C | 21°C | 31% | 1.2 | 10.3h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 14°C | 22°C | 30% | 0.9 | 10.5h | 7.8/10 |
| ☀️ September | 14°C | 25°C | 19% | 0.9 | 11.1h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 16°C | 26°C | 32% | 2.0 | 11.4h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 16°C | 26°C | 57% | 3.9 | 11.4h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 16°C | 26°C | 59% | 4.4 | 11.4h | 7.4/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Arusha averages 22°C, 56% rainy days and 10.0h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.2/10.
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Comparison
May vs September (best month)
The best month is September (score 8.5/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +3°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -37%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Arusha in May
Is May a good time to visit Arusha?
May is an acceptable time for Arusha (score 7.2/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider September (8.5/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Arusha in May?
Yes, 56% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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