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May is a good month in Finote Selam

Climate Overview

Finote Selam, Ethiopia in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 25.9°C (79°F). Rain falls on about 15 days this month, totalling around 158 mm. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually drop from around 27°C (80°F) at the start to 25°C (76°F) by month's end.

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the first third tends to be drier.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 13th, averaging 27.3°C (81°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 2°C cooler with 8 more rainy days. Temperatures begin dropping heading into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
26°C / 15°C
Feels Like
27°C / 14°C
Rain
15 days · 158 mm
Sunshine
10.1h / day
Humidity
63% — Moderate
Wind
10 km/h
Wind Direction
N (351°)
Gusts
28 km/h
Daylight
12.6 h
Cloud Cover
63%
Clear Sky Days
1.2
UV Index
8.3 — Very High
Dew Point
13°C — Comfortable
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Sun Position
Sunrise 06:09
Daylight 12.6h
Sunset 18:46

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration. Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Wet weather can spread across much of the day, so it is best to keep outdoor plans flexible.

2 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 11°C
Feels Like
25°C / 10°C
Rain
0days (1 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
44% Moderate
UV
7.6 Very High
February best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 13°C
Feels Like
27°C / 12°C
Rain
3days (11 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
45% Moderate
UV
8.4 Very High
March best
Excellent
Temp
28°C / 14°C
Feels Like
28°C / 13°C
Rain
4days (16 mm) Good
Sun
10.8h Excellent
Humidity
43% Moderate
UV
8.9 Very High
April
Excellent
Temp
28°C / 15°C
Feels Like
28°C / 15°C
Rain
7days (48 mm) Good
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
48% Moderate
UV
8.5 Very High
May
Good
Temp
26°C / 15°C
Feels Like
27°C / 14°C
Rain
15days (158 mm) Wet
Sun
10.1h Excellent
Humidity
63% Muggy
UV
8.3 Very High
June
Wet
Temp
23°C / 13°C
Feels Like
25°C / 13°C
Rain
24days (305 mm) Wet
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
8.1 Very High
July
Wet
Temp
20°C / 13°C
Feels Like
22°C / 13°C
Rain
31days (473 mm) Wet
Sun
7.4h Good
Humidity
89% Very Muggy
UV
7.9 Very High
August
Wet
Temp
20°C / 12°C
Feels Like
22°C / 12°C
Rain
31days (429 mm) Wet
Sun
7.7h Good
Humidity
89% Very Muggy
UV
7.3 Very High
September
Wet
Temp
22°C / 12°C
Feels Like
25°C / 12°C
Rain
29days (344 mm) Wet
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
8.7 Very High
October
Good
Temp
22°C / 11°C
Feels Like
25°C / 11°C
Rain
17days (148 mm) Wet
Sun
10.4h Excellent
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
8.4 Very High
November best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 11°C
Feels Like
24°C / 10°C
Rain
5days (23 mm) Good
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
66% Muggy
UV
7.6 Very High
December best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 11°C
Feels Like
25°C / 10°C
Rain
1days (3 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
54% Moderate
UV
7.3 Very High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January best 26°C / 11°C 25°C / 10°C 0days (1 mm) Excellent 10.7h Excellent 44% Moderate 7.6 Very High Excellent View Details
February best 27°C / 13°C 27°C / 12°C 3days (11 mm) Excellent 10.7h Excellent 45% Moderate 8.4 Very High Excellent View Details
March best 28°C / 14°C 28°C / 13°C 4days (16 mm) Good 10.8h Excellent 43% Moderate 8.9 Very High Excellent View Details
April 28°C / 15°C 28°C / 15°C 7days (48 mm) Good 10.7h Excellent 48% Moderate 8.5 Very High Excellent View Details
May 26°C / 15°C 27°C / 14°C 15days (158 mm) Wet 10.1h Excellent 63% Muggy 8.3 Very High Good View Details
June 23°C / 13°C 25°C / 13°C 24days (305 mm) Wet 9.4h Good 80% Humid 8.1 Very High Wet View Details
July 20°C / 13°C 22°C / 13°C 31days (473 mm) Wet 7.4h Good 89% Very Muggy 7.9 Very High Wet View Details
August 20°C / 12°C 22°C / 12°C 31days (429 mm) Wet 7.7h Good 89% Very Muggy 7.3 Very High Wet View Details
September 22°C / 12°C 25°C / 12°C 29days (344 mm) Wet 9.6h Good 86% Very Muggy 8.7 Very High Wet View Details
October 22°C / 11°C 25°C / 11°C 17days (148 mm) Wet 10.4h Excellent 78% Humid 8.4 Very High Good View Details
November best 23°C / 11°C 24°C / 10°C 5days (23 mm) Good 10.6h Excellent 66% Muggy 7.6 Very High Excellent View Details
December best 25°C / 11°C 25°C / 10°C 1days (3 mm) Excellent 10.7h Excellent 54% Moderate 7.3 Very High Excellent View Details

What to Wear

Summer clothing like shorts, t-shirts, and sundresses will be comfortable. Bring a light cardigan for air-conditioned spaces.

Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

UmbrellaWaterproof jacketWaterproof shoesBreathable clothingSunscreen (SPF 30+)Sun hatSunglasses

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically good for visiting Finote Selam, with average highs of 26°C (79°F) and around 15 rainy days. Finote Selam, Ethiopia in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 25.9°C (79°F). Rain falls on about 15 days this
Finote Selam typically sees around 15 rainy days in May with 158 mm (6.2 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Evenings in Finote Selam during May are mild at 15°C (58°F). A light cardigan is usually enough.
With highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 15°C (58°F) in May, we recommend: Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
May is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Finote Selam. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Finote Selam during May is 8 (very high). Strong sun protection is essential — SPF 50+, protective clothing, and avoid prolonged outdoor exposure during peak hours.
Finote Selam gets approximately 13 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 10 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Finote Selam during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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