Trail Conditions in May
Continuous rain, saturated trails, dense fog. Mountain huts may be very cold and damp.
Weather data sourced from the Kenya Meteorological Department and our guides' field observations.
Our Expert Verdict
Not recommended. Extremely wet with poor summit success rates.
Consider Alternative Months
Better Alternatives
If your dates are flexible, consider these recommended months instead:
January
Dry Season (Peak)
Dry, clear skies — peak climbing season
Recommended
February
Dry Season (Peak)
Dry and warm — excellent summit conditions
Recommended
July
Dry Season
Dry and cold — excellent climbing conditions
Recommended
August
Dry Season (Peak)
Dry, crisp — peak climbing season
Recommended
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