Kano weather in May (Nigeria)

What is the weather forecast for Kano in May? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

During May, Kano usually has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 39°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 26°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Precipitation

Kano in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 33 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 4 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

With around 264 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Kano. January and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kano, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 39°C  

Chance of Rain 14%  

Precipitation 33 mm  

Rainy days 4 days  

Humidity 29%  

Windspeed 14 km/h  

Sunshine 264 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

10/10

Camping

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Kano.

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