Sierra Leone Weather in May

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

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Freetown Banana Island

Planning a trip to Sierra Leone this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Sierra Leone in May

May in Sierra Leone generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Freetown.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Freetown with an average of 172 mm (6.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Banana Island with 193 mm (7.6 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Freetown gets around 188 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Sierra Leone by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sierra Leone — and find the best time to visit. (based on Freetown)

January29°C (84°F) February28°C (82°F) March28°C (82°F) April29°C (84°F) May29°C (84°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August27°C (81°F) September28°C (82°F) October28°C (82°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Sierra Leone in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Sierra Leone.

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 Sierra Leone

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

Temperature range in Sierra Leone (May)

Precipitation variation in Sierra Leone (May)

Freetown

In May Freetown generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
206 hours
188 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
428 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
15 days
22 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
poor
Climate in Freetown →

Banana Island

In May Banana Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
206 hours
188 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
193 mm (7.6 in)
485 mm (19 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
15 days
22 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Banana Island →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Freetown 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 172 mm (6.8 in)
Banana Island 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 193 mm (7.6 in)

Sierra Leone weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sierra Leone in May?

Expect pleasant weather across Sierra Leone in May. The popular destination of Freetown averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Sierra Leone in May?

In Freetown, the average daytime high in May is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 26°C (79°F).

Does Sierra Leone get a lot of rain in May?

Yes. May brings heavy rainfall to Sierra Leone, with Freetown averaging around 172 mm (6.8 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Sierra Leone?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Sierra Leone with overall pleasant weather in Freetown. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Sierra Leone is in January, February, March, April and December with generally perfect weather in Freetown. The weather in June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Sierra Leone.

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