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Ibadan weather in May (Nigeria)

Thinking of visiting Ibadan in May? Check the weather first! Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Ibadan includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 32°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 24°C. Although these are the average temperatures, expect warmer days occasionally. Wear cool clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Ibadan in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 178 mm for the month. Expect around 12 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 192 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June and September tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ibadan climate page with graphs.

 

Ibadan, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 178 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 82%  
SunshineSunshine 192 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 49%  

Where to go in Nigeria in May

Find out more about the weather in Nigeria and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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