Maiduguri weather in May (Nigeria)
How does the weather in Maiduguri usually fare in May? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.
Temperatures
The typical weather for May in Maiduguri includes very high temperatures and low rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 40°C, cooling off to about 27°C at night. These are average temperatures, but there can be hotter days. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.
Precipitation
Maiduguri in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 21 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 4 days will experience rain.Average sunshine
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 264 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Maiduguri.In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June tends to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Maiduguri climate page with graphs.
Maiduguri, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
27°C
Max Temperature
40°C
Chance of Rain
14%
Precipitation
21 mm
Rainy days
4 days
Humidity
28%
Windspeed
7 km/h
Sunshine
264 hours
Percentage Sunshine
70%
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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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.
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