Addis Ababa · SpringMonth summary
Addis Ababa weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
50°F – 72°F
🌧 Rainy days
45% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.7h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.5/10
📅 📅 Best month
January (8.4/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Addis Ababa in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want shoulder-season value — fewer crowds, 22°F.
❌ No if: you need maximum sunshine — some overcast days are possible.
Our take: Favourable conditions in May (7.5/10). January scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Addis Ababa in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Addis Ababa. Temperatures rise (22°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 45% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if January (8.4/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 46°F | 72°F | 5% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 50°F | 73°F | 17% | 0.0in | 11.2h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 52°F | 73°F | 35% | 0.1in | 11.2h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 52°F | 72°F | 54% | 0.2in | 11.2h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 50°F | 72°F | 45% | 0.1in | 11.7h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 50°F | 70°F | 69% | 0.2in | 11.0h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 50°F | 66°F | 98% | 0.4in | 9.4h | 4.2/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 50°F | 66°F | 100% | 0.4in | 9.5h | 4.2/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 48°F | 66°F | 82% | 0.3in | 11.0h | 5.4/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 46°F | 68°F | 19% | 0.0in | 11.7h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 46°F | 70°F | 8% | 0.0in | 11.6h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 46°F | 70°F | 2% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 8.2/10 |
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, Addis Ababa averages 72°F, 45% rainy days and 11.7h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.5/10.
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Comparison
May vs January (best month)
The best month is January (score 8.4/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -40%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.7h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Addis Ababa in May
Is May a good time to visit Addis Ababa?
May is an excellent time to visit Addis Ababa (score 7.5/10). With 72°F, 11.7h of sunshine and 45% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Addis Ababa in May?
With 72°F max and 11.7h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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