Chad Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Chad in May.

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NʼDjamena Abeche Mongo Faya-Largeau

Are you planning a trip a to Chad in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Chad in May

May in Chad generally has very hot temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very hot and range from 36°C (97°F) in Moundou to 42°C (108°F) in Ati. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 28°C (82°F) in Ati and 25°C (77°F) in Moundou. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Chad, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Faya-Largeau with an average of 0.2 mm (0.01 in) to moderate rainfall in Moundou with 79 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, NʼDjamena enjoys approximately 283 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Chad in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Chad

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Chad?

Temperature range in Chad (May)

Precipitation variation in Chad (May)

NʼDjamena

In May NʼDjamena generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 42°C (108°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
43°C (109°F)
42°C (108°F)
39°C (102°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
283 hours
257 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.9 mm (0.2 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
4 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in NʼDjamena →

Abeche

In May Abeche generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 41°C (106°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
41°C (106°F)
41°C (106°F)
39°C (102°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
300 hours
313 hours
300 hours
Monthly rainfall
2 mm (0.1 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
3 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Abeche →

Am Timan

In May Am Timan generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C (102°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
41°C (106°F)
39°C (102°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
276 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
6 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Am Timan →

Ati

In May Ati generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 42°C (108°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
43°C (109°F)
42°C (108°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly rainfall
2.1 mm (0.1 in)
9.1 mm (0.4 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
3 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Ati →

Bousso

In May Bousso generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C (102°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
42°C (108°F)
39°C (102°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
243 hours
261 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
6 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Bousso →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Chad in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
NʼDjamena 42°C (108°F) 28°C (82°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Abeche 41°C (106°F) 27°C (81°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Mongo 40°C (104°F) 27°C (81°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Faya-Largeau 42°C (108°F) 27°C (81°F) 0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Moundou 36°C (97°F) 25°C (77°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Am Timan 39°C (102°F) 27°C (81°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)

Chad weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Chad in May?

Expect poor weather across Chad in May. The popular destination of NʼDjamena averages 42°C (108°F) by day and 28°C (82°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Chad in May?

Average temperatures in Chad during May range from a nighttime low near 28°C (82°F) to a daytime high around 42°C (108°F) in NʼDjamena.

Does Chad get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. NʼDjamena averages just 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Chad.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Chad?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Chad with often unpleasant weather in NʼDjamena.

On average, the best time to visit Chad is in with generally poor weather in NʼDjamena.

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