May Rainfall and Precipitation in São Tomé & Príncipe

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across São Tomé & Príncipe in May.

São Tomé & Príncipe experiences in May precipitation ranging from a high 124 mm (4.9 in) in Ilheu das Rolas to a heavy 189 mm (7.4 in) in Santo António.

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Temperatures Precipitation

Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

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).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

São Tomé & Príncipe precipitation in May: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does São Tomé & Príncipe receive in May?

São Tomé often experiences a notable amount of rain in May, with an average of about 136 mm (5.4 in). The city's weather is known to change unexpectedly because of these showers.

How many days does it rain in São Tomé & Príncipe in May?

São Tomé sees roughly 14 days rainy days during May.

Is May part of the rainy season in São Tomé & Príncipe?

May is generally a drier month for São Tomé & Príncipe, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in May in São Tomé & Príncipe?

Looking at our data, Santo António tops the wettest-cities list in São Tomé & Príncipe for May, with monthly rainfall averaging 189 mm (7.4 in).

What is the driest city in May in São Tomé & Príncipe?

The driest place is Ilheu das Rolas with an average rainfall of 124 mm (4.9 in) according to our data.

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