Planning a trip to Dire Dawa in May? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +31°C and approximately 4 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 17 rainy days and 99 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+10°C
Min.
+36°C
Max.
99 mm
Total precipitation
66%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
17 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dire Dawa has good weather in May.
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Average temperature in Dire Dawa in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Dire Dawa for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +33°C during the day to a minimum of +17°C during the night, the temperature in May averages around +30°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 38% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +24°C to +30°C.
Is Dire Dawa warm or cold in May?
Dire Dawa is typically hot in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +30°C to +31°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +19°C to +20°C.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Dire Dawa:
Climate in Dire Dawa in May
Dire Dawa weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+30°C
+31°C
+32°C
Min. temperature
+13°C
+10°C
+16°C
Max. temperature
+36°C
+36°C
+36°C
Rainfall
164 mm
99 mm
32 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
67%
66%
63%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1012 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
3
4
4
Cloudy days
5
8
7
Rainy days
20
17
18
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as good as in April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +30°C to +31°C during the day.As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 164 mm to 99 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 67% to 66%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 1 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 3 to 4.
June brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Dire Dawa in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Dire Dawa is gradually increasing during May, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Dire Dawa based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 65% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 126 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 21 mm, which is considered light rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 20 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Dire Dawa wettest month is April, where a typical day has a 67% chance of precipitation and 164 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 19% chance of precipitation and 19 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Dire Dawa?
This is the weather in Dire Dawa in May 2024:
1 May
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+24°C
2 May
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+27°C
3 May
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+27°C
4 May
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+28°C
5 May
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+29°C
6 May
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+30°C
7 May
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+30°C
8 May
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+30°C
9 May
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+30°C
10 May
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+30°C
11 May
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+31°C
12 May
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+30°C
13 May
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+32°C
14 May
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+31°C
15 May
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+32°C
16 May
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+32°C
17 May
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+31°C
18 May
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+32°C
19 May
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+32°C
20 May
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+33°C
21 May
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+29°C
22 May
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+31°C
23 May
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+31°C
24 May
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+31°C
25 May
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+31°C
26 May
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+31°C
27 May
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+30°C
28 May
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+31°C
29 May
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+33°C
30 May
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+29°C
31 May
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+30°C
In May 2024 Dire Dawa had 5 sunny days, 23 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +30°C, with an absolute maximum of +33°C and a minimum of +24°C. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 42%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 4 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years
This is how Dire Dawa climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Dire Dawa in May has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1982 (+28°C) and the highest in 2015 (+31°C). The driest year was 2015 with only 455 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1985 with 1471 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Dire Dawa in May:
Is May a good time to visit Dire Dawa?
May is a really good time to go to Dire Dawa. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Dire Dawa.
Can you sunbathe in Dire Dawa in May?
Absolutely, May is hot in Dire Dawa. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Dire Dawa rainy in May?
Dire Dawa 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 Dire Dawa in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Dire Dawa in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Ethiopia
Check out the weather for other cities in Ethiopia.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Dire Dawa, 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.
