Gondar · SpringMonth summary
Gondar weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
59°F – 77°F
🌧 Rainy days
47% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.7h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.7/10
📅 📅 Best month
March (9.1/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Gondar in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want shoulder-season value — fewer crowds, 25°F.
❌ No if: you need maximum sunshine — some overcast days are possible.
Our take: Gondar in May: 77°F and 11.7h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Gondar 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 Gondar. Temperatures rise (25°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 47% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if March (9.1/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 52°F | 75°F | 2% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ February | 55°F | 79°F | 6% | 0.0in | 11.2h | 9.0/10 |
| ☀️ March | 57°F | 81°F | 8% | 0.0in | 11.3h | 9.1/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 59°F | 79°F | 25% | 0.0in | 11.5h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 59°F | 77°F | 47% | 0.1in | 11.7h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 57°F | 72°F | 76% | 0.2in | 11.3h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 55°F | 68°F | 98% | 0.4in | 9.0h | 4.4/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 55°F | 68°F | 99% | 0.4in | 8.9h | 4.3/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 54°F | 70°F | 73% | 0.3in | 11.0h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 54°F | 72°F | 42% | 0.1in | 11.3h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 54°F | 73°F | 15% | 0.0in | 11.1h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 52°F | 75°F | 4% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 8.7/10 |
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, Gondar averages 77°F, 47% rainy days and 11.7h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.7/10.
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Comparison
May vs March (best month)
The best month is March (score 9.1/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +2°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -39%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.4h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Gondar in May
Is May a good time to visit Gondar?
May is an excellent time to visit Gondar (score 7.7/10). With 77°F, 11.7h of sunshine and 47% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Gondar in May?
With 77°F max and 11.7h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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