The month in detail
What to expect in May
In May, Lamu sees 28°C during the day with 6.4h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 39% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. September (8.7/10) is significantly better if possible.
May ranks 11 out of 12 months in Lamu. Compared to April: −2°C daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
23°
Sea
28°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 20
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Lamu is September (8.7/10), 3.2 pts higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Kenya
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyShilling kényan (KSh)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthMarch · 31°C
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 27°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMay · 39%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Location
Where is Lamu ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
KenyaEquatorial tropical climate with a 8.7 → 5.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
2.27°S · 40.90°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Lamu?
September is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 24.0°C lows, 7.7h of sunshine and 17.0% rainy days. The months of September & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Lamu get in September?
Lamu averages 7.7 sunshine hours per day in September. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.4/10.
What is the rainiest month in Lamu?
April is the most unfavourable month with April has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Lamu in September?
In September, overnight lows reach 24.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Lamu good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Lamu scores 6.1/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains September with a score of 8.4/10.
When should you avoid Lamu?
April is the most difficult month to visit Lamu, with April has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Lamu in May?
In May, the sea averages 28°C in Lamu: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Lamu in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Lamu (high), with about 11.9h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.