Nkhata Bay vs Zanzibar in May

Nkhata Bay is the better pick in May — 87 vs 75 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Nkhata Bay is warm, a little rain, clean air, while Zanzibar is hot, rainy, clean air.

Nkhata Bay vs ZanzibarMay climate, side by side

Nkhata BayZanzibar
Comfort score87/100 (A)75/100 (B)
Feels-like high27°C33°C
Avg high / low24° / 22°30° / 25°
Rainfall37 mm145 mm
Rainy days918
Humidity72%82%
Air quality (AQI)2735

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Nkhata Bay vs Zanzibar in May — FAQ

Is May better in Nkhata Bay or Zanzibar?
Nkhata Bay is the better pick in May — 87 vs 75 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Nkhata Bay is warm, a little rain, clean air, while Zanzibar is hot, rainy, clean air.
What is the weather like in Nkhata Bay vs Zanzibar in May?
In May, Nkhata Bay averages 24°C high / 22°C low with about 37 mm of rain; Zanzibar averages 30°C high / 25°C low with about 145 mm.