Ikeja weather in May (Nigeria)

Looking to travel to Ikeja in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Ikeja generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 31°C, while night temperatures can drop to 25°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Ikeja in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 223 mm for the month. Typically around 13 days of rainfall is expected.

The area enjoys a balanced 177 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Ikeja. January, February, August, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May and June tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Ikeja, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 42%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 223 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 84% *  
SunshineSunshine 177 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Lagos, Nigeria (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in Nigeria in May

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

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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 Ikeja in May?

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 in May.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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