May Weather in Nakuru

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Nakuru, Kenya, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 19°C (66°F). Highs can soar to 27°C (81°F), while lows may dip to 12°C (54°F). Typically, the humidity level in Nakuru throughout May hovers around 71%.

12°C (54°F)

Minimum temperature

19°C (66°F)

Average temperature

27°C (81°F)

Maximum temperature

71%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Nakuru averages 103 mm (4.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 5 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 27 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 39% probability of sunny days during this period.

103 mm (4.1 inches)

Precipitation

12 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 27 minutes

Sunshine hours

39%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Nakuru reaches a maximum of 14, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 5 9 12 14 14 12 8 4 2 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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