Congo-Brazzaville Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Congo-Brazzaville in May.

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Pointe-Noire Brazzaville

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

What to Expect in Congo-Brazzaville in May

May in Congo-Brazzaville generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Pointe-Noire at 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Brazzaville at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Brazzaville and 24°C (75°F) in Pointe-Noire.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Pointe-Noire with an average of 61 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Brazzaville with 85 mm (3.3 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Congo-Brazzaville 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 Congo-Brazzaville

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Congo-Brazzaville ?

Temperature range in Congo-Brazzaville (May)

Precipitation variation in Congo-Brazzaville (May)

Pointe-Noire

In May Pointe-Noire generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
167 mm (6.6 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
5 days
0 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Pointe-Noire →

Brazzaville

In May Brazzaville generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
177 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
159 mm (6.3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
7.3 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
11 days
a single day
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Brazzaville →

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In our records: Congo-Brazzaville May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in Congo-Brazzaville in our climate database (1982 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest May daytime high in Congo-Brazzaville was 22°C (72°F) in Brazzaville on May 27, 1997.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Congo-Brazzaville in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pointe-Noire 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Brazzaville 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)

Congo-Brazzaville weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Congo-Brazzaville in May?

Expect perfect weather across Congo-Brazzaville in May. The popular destination of Pointe-Noire averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Congo-Brazzaville in May?

Average temperatures in Congo-Brazzaville during May range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Pointe-Noire.

Does Congo-Brazzaville get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Pointe-Noire averages just 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Congo-Brazzaville .

Is May a Good Time to Visit Congo-Brazzaville ?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Congo-Brazzaville with overall perfect weather in Pointe-Noire.

On average, the best time to visit Congo-Brazzaville is in May, June, July, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Pointe-Noire. On the other hand, the weather in February tends to be poor.

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