Libreville weather in May (Gabon)
Thinking of visiting Libreville in May? Check the weather first! Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.
Temperatures
The typical weather for May in Libreville includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 30°C, cooling down at night to around 25°C. While these temperatures are averages, expect some days to be hotter. Choose light, airy clothing to handle the warmth effectively.
Precipitation
Libreville in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 243 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 16 days this month are expected to have rain.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 162 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Libreville. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Libreville climate page with graphs.
Libreville, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
25°C
Max Temperature
30°C
Water Temperature
28°C
Chance of Rain
54%
Precipitation
243 mm
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
84%
Windspeed
Sunshine
162 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Gabon in May
Find out more about the weather in Gabon and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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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. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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