Selous Game Reserve weather in May
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers. Average highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C, with around 5 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Selous Game Reserve. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
29°C
Average low
19°C
Rainy days
5 days
Best months to visit
May, June, July, August, September
What to do in Selous Game Reserve in May
Whatever the weather, Selous Game Reserve rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Boat safari along the Rufiji River
Spot hippos and crocodiles
Game drive through the reserve
Fish for tiger fish
Camp in the wilderness
Photography safaris
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
30C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
February
30C
Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.
March
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
April
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
Recommended
May (you are here)
29C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
June
29C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
July
29C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
August
30C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
September
31C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
October
33C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
November
33C
Hot and humid, with some rainy days.
December
32C
Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.
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