What is the weather like in Diani Beach in May?

Expect temperatures between 24°C and 28°C with 54% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Diani Beach in May?

Diani Beach in May scores 66/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Very good conditions overall.

Who should visit Diani Beach in May?

May in Diani Beach is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers, Adventure seekers.

Diani Beach Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

28°C

Hottest around day 3

Avg Low

24°C

Coolest around day 30

Rainy Days

31days

54% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Sea Temperature in May

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

28°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🌴Tropical

Perfect for swimming and water sports

Swim Rating

✅Excellent for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Diani Beach coastline

Diani Beach May Weather Calendar

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Day 1

Stormy

28°C65%

Day 2

Stormy

28°C65%

Day 3

Stormy

28°C63%

Day 4

Stormy

28°C63%

Day 5

Stormy

28°C65%

Day 6

Stormy

28°C66%

Day 7

Stormy

28°C64%

Day 8

Stormy

28°C64%

Day 9

Stormy

28°C62%

Day 10

Rainy

28°C60%

Day 11

Rainy

28°C58%

Day 12

Rainy

28°C55%

Day 13

Rainy

28°C54%

Day 14

Rainy

28°C51%

Day 15

Rainy

28°C50%

Day 16

Rainy

28°C47%

Day 17

Rainy

28°C45%

Day 18

Rainy

28°C44%

Day 19

Rainy

28°C44%

Day 20

Rainy

28°C42%

Day 21

Rainy

28°C46%

Day 22

Rainy

28°C48%

Day 23

Rainy

28°C48%

Day 24

Rainy

27°C47%

Day 25

Rainy

27°C50%

Day 26

Rainy

27°C51%

Day 27

Rainy

27°C52%

Day 28

Rainy

27°C51%

Day 29

Rainy

27°C51%

Day 30

Rainy

27°C50%

Day 31

Rainy

27°C48%

Essential Travel Info for Diani Beach

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Currency

KES

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Language

English

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Driving

Left side

Connect

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Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.303

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Remote

3/ 100

Traffic Index

Off the beaten path

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Key Connections

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

13 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

All travelers should take steps to prevent mosquito bites. Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Travelers who wish to consider vaccination can visit “What to consider before traveling” on thechikungunya vaccinespage to learn more.

Cholera

Areas of active cholera transmission arelocalizedto the counties of Garissa (last case reported 3-6 months ago), Kisumu (last case reported 6-9 months ago), Kwale (last case reported 6-9 months ago), Migori (last case reported in the past 3 months), Mombasa (last case reported 6-9 months ago), Nairobi (last case reported in the past 3 months), Narok (last case reported in the past 3 months), and Turkana (last case reported 3-6 months ago) in Kenya. Cholera is rare in travelers.Certain factorsmay increase the risk of getting cholera or having severe disease (more information). Avoiding unsafe food and water and washing your hands can also help prevent cholera.Vaccination may be considered for children and adults who are traveling to areas of active cholera transmission.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Kenya.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Kenya. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Kenya.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Kenya take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasAll areas (including game parks) <2,500 m (<8,200 ft) elevation; rare cases in the highly urbanized central part of the city of Nairobi (the capital)Drug resistanceChloroquineSpeciesP. falciparum(primarily)P. malariae,P. ovale, andP. vivax(less commonly)Recommended chemoprophylaxisAtovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, tafenoquine2Highly urbanized central part of the city of Nairobi: No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)4Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

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Is May a Good Time to Visit Diani Beach?

👍Very good conditions overall(66/100)

Short Answer

Monsoon conditions shape Diani Beach's May: expect 54% daily rain chance. Mornings often clear before afternoon showers - early starts recommended.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Warm tropical seas

28°C sea temperature - Tropical Bath

Very high humidity

83% average humidity

Frequent rainfall expected

54% chance of rain - pack waterproofs

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Schistosomiasis

Plenty of sunshine

9.3h of sunshine daily

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
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Adventure seekers
1.33m waves - good for surfing and water sports

Who Should Avoid

👴
Elderly travelers
83% humidity creates difficult conditions
🥾
Outdoor enthusiasts
54% rain probability disrupts outdoor activities
💑
Honeymoon couples
Wedding score only 76/100 - better months available

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Diani Beach in May averages 28°C with 54% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Diani Beach in May

What are the temperatures in Diani Beach in May?

Daytime highs average 28°C, nights drop to 24°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Diani Beach in May?

Expect around 31 days with measurable rainfall. Definitely pack rain gear.

What to wear in Diani Beach in May?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is May peak season in Diani Beach?

This is off-peak season. Expect lower prices and fewer crowds.

Diani Beach Weather in May

Sea Temperature in May

Diani Beach May Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Diani Beach

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Chikungunya

Cholera

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Malaria

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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