Bamenda weather in May (Cameroon)

How is May weather typically in Bamenda? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Bamenda includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 26°C, while night temperatures can drop to 17°C.

Precipitation

Bamenda in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 319 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 21 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 214 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Bamenda. January and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bamenda climate page with graphs.

 

Bamenda, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 70%  

Precipitation 319 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 82% *  

Sunshine 214 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Koundja, Cameroon (74 KM, 46 Miles).

Where to go in Cameroon in May

Find out more about the weather in Cameroon and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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