Mogadishu in May usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +84°F and roughly 1 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 27 rainy days with an average precipitation of 77 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+73°F
Min.
+90°F
Max.
77 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
27 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Mogadishu has OK weather in May.
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Average temperature in Mogadishu in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Mogadishu for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in May is +86°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +88°F during the day and a minimum of +77°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +88°F to +84°F.
Is Mogadishu warm or cold in May?
Mogadishu is typically warm in May.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +88°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +79°F to +77°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Mogadishu:
Water temperature in Mogadishu in May
Water in Mogadishu in May is Very warm. It varies from +81°F to +85°F, with an average of +83°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +84°F.
The water temperature in May is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Mogadishu are reached in April, when the average sea temperature rises to +84°F. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +78°F.
Can you swim in Mogadishu in May?
You can definitely swim in Mogadishu in May, the water is very warm (+83°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!
Climate in Mogadishu in May
Mogadishu weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+88°F
+84°F
+82°F
Min. temperature
+73°F
+73°F
+72°F
Max. temperature
+91°F
+90°F
+88°F
Rainfall
56 mm
77 mm
45 mm
Wind
3 m/s
4 m/s
6 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+84°F
+83°F
+80°F
Humidity
78%
81%
81%
Air pressure
1009 HPa
1011 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
3
1
0
Cloudy days
7
4
5
Rainy days
20
27
25
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as ok as in April.It’s getting colder in May. From +88°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +84°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 56 mm to 77 mm.Humidity rises from 78% to 81%.Winds are stronger in comparison to April, going up from 3 m/s to 4 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 3 sunny days in April to 1 in May.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in June as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Mogadishu in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Mogadishu is gradually increasing during May, going from 5 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Mogadishu based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in May stands at 35%, leading to total precipitation of around 21 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 4 mm, which is considered light rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
May is one of the rainiest months in Mogadishu, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Mogadishu wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 87% chance of precipitation and 77 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Mogadishu?
This is the weather in Mogadishu in May 2024:
1 May
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+88°F
2 May
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+88°F
3 May
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+88°F
4 May
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+87°F
5 May
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+88°F
6 May
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+87°F
7 May
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+87°F
8 May
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+87°F
9 May
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+86°F
10 May
☁️
+87°F
11 May
☁️
+87°F
12 May
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+87°F
13 May
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+87°F
14 May
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+87°F
15 May
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+87°F
16 May
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+87°F
17 May
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+87°F
18 May
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+87°F
19 May
🌧️
+86°F
20 May
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+87°F
21 May
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+87°F
22 May
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+87°F
23 May
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+87°F
24 May
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+87°F
25 May
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+86°F
26 May
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+85°F
27 May
🌧️
+86°F
28 May
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+86°F
29 May
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+86°F
30 May
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+87°F
31 May
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+85°F
In May 2024 Mogadishu had 5 sunny days, 22 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +86°F, with an absolute maximum of +88°F and a minimum of +84°F. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 66%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 1 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Mogadishu climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Mogadishu in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+84°F) and the highest in 2019 (+85°F). The driest year was 1996 with only 261 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1997 with 899 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Mogadishu in May:
Is May a good time to visit Mogadishu?
It’s always a good time to visit Mogadishu, but the weather is changeable in May, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Mogadishu in May?
May is warm in Mogadishu. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Mogadishu in May?
Yes, you can swim in Mogadishu in May, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +83°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.
Is Mogadishu rainy in May?
Mogadishu is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Mogadishu in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Mogadishu in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
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For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Mogadishu, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
