Where to go in May
May offers long days and comfortable temperatures across Europe and much of Asia, making it a favorite for city trips, hiking and road trips before the summer crowds arrive.
Places are ranked by their typical weather in May (comfortable daily highs and little rain) and by traveler ratings. Public holidays are listed with each place, as museums, shops and offices may be closed and popular places can be busy on them. Climate data from Meteostat.
33 places have good weather in May in Africa, showing the top 24.
Kruger National Park
4.86
Vast game reserve with diverse African wildlife.
Great Zimbabwe
4.33
Medieval city ruins and former trading center, Great Zimbabwe is a remarkable archaeological site with profound cultural significance.
Fes
4.28
Medieval medina with traditional crafts and tanneries.
Victoria Falls
4.88
One of the world's largest waterfalls on the Zambezi River, a natural wonder of stunning grandeur and cultural significance.
Knysna Heads
4.22
Dramatic coastal cliff formations marking the entrance to Knysna Lagoon, rich in natural beauty and maritime history.
Isalo National Park
4.06
Sandstone formations and canyons.
Rock Churches of Tigray
4.06
Ancient churches carved into Tigray's rugged cliffs, embodying centuries of faith and Ethiopian history.
Chefchaouen
4.05
Blue-painted mountain town with Moroccan charm.
Essaouira
4.03
Fortified coastal town with sea walls, a vibrant history, and a multicultural artistic flair.
Île de Gorée
4.03
Historic slave trade island, now a UNESCO World Heritage site, reflecting on a dark past through memorials and cultural festivals.
Leptis Magna
3.95
Roman city ruins on coast.
Volubilis
3.86
Roman ruins in countryside
Kalahari Desert
3.85
Vast semi-arid sandy savanna home to ancient cultures and unique wildlife, featuring striking landscapes and traditional festivals.
Aksum
3.75
Ancient capital with mysterious obelisks, rich in history and enigma, and site of the legendary Ark of the Covenant.
Serengeti National Park
4.79
Vast savanna known for annual wildlife migrations.
Cradle of Humankind
4.32
Fossil hominid sites and caves that provide a window into human evolutionary history.
Ngorongoro Crater
4.7
Natural amphitheater with abundant African wildlife
Taroudant
3.5
Red-walled market town, a historic and cultural gem offering an authentic Moroccan experience.
El Jem
4.22
Massive Roman amphitheater.
Table Mountain
4.55
Flat-topped mountain overlooking Cape Town, known for its stunning views and rich biodiversity.
Bahir Dar
3.65
Lake monasteries and Blue Nile Falls
Lake Natron
4.38
Red lake with flamingo colonies offering striking natural beauty and unique ecosystems, central to local Maasai culture. Home to the rare Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano.
Lalibela
4.58
Rock-hewn churches and pilgrimage site
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Namib Desert
4.53
Ancient desert with towering orange dunes, rich in history and unique natural wonders.