👍May is a great time to visit Serengeti & Masai Mara — expect warm days around 83°F (lows near 61°F), some rain, abundant sunshine.
May Climate
Why This Matches
Based on your May search preferences
Avg highs of 83°F
10 rain days expected
10.6 hours of sunshine per day
68% average humidity
Year-Round Climate
Temperature
Sunshine
Rainfall
Best Time to Visit Serengeti & Masai Mara
The best time to visit Serengeti & Masai Mara is February and June–October, with highs around 83°F, moderate rainfall, 11+ hours of daily sunshine.
Weather Risks
Rainy season
April, November
What to Pack
Based on May conditions in Serengeti & Masai Mara
Light layers — t-shirts with a light jacket for evenings
Pack a compact umbrella — afternoon showers are common
High SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat — strong sun expected
Sturdy hiking shoes and a daypack for trails
Insect repellent — mosquitoes are active in humid conditions
May in Serengeti & Masai Mara
Flight prices unavailable for this route
Nightly hotel rates
Budget
$32–$64
Mid-Range
$120–$240
Luxury
$400–$1200
About Serengeti & Masai Mara
One of the greatest wildlife spectacles on Earth. The Serengeti and Masai Mara host the Great Migration — millions of wildebeest and zebra crossing crocodile-filled rivers — plus year-round big-five game drives across golden savanna.
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