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During May, Ganvié experiences very high daytime temperatures of 31°C (88°F) and cooler nights around 26°C (79°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 181 mm (7.1 in) is typical.
May in Ganvié has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Ganvié typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 31°C (88°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 25°C (77°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Ganvié spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 25 years of weather observations (2001-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Ganvié.
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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).
Warm but pleasant conditions in Ganvié in May. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. With water temperatures around 29°C (84°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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