Weather in May in Angola
Considering a trip to Angola this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Angola in May?
May in Angola generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.
Temperatures
During the day temperatures vary from warm in Luubango at 26°C to very warm in Dundo at 33°C. At night it cools down to 20°C in Dundo and 13°C in Luubango. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Mocamedes with an average of 0.2 mm to moderate rainfall in Cabinda with 63 mm.Average sunshine
The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 233 hours of sunshine in Luanda. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.For specific regional insights in Angola for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Angola climate page.
Where to go in Angola in May
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Angola?
Luanda
In May Luanda generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Huambo
In May Huambo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Ceilunga
In May Ceilunga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Dundo
In May Dundo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Luena
In May Luena generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Angola?
We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Angola. Typically, the climate in Luanda is perfect.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Luanda. On the other hand, the weather in April tends to be tolerable.
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