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Ikoyi weather in May (Nigeria)

What should you pack for a trip to Ikoyi in May? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Ikoyi includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 30°C. At night, it falls to around 26°C. These are average temperatures, but there can be hotter days. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Ikoyi in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 222 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 13 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 177 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Ikoyi. January, February, March, 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 Ikoyi climate page with graphs.

 

Ikoyi, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 222 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 84% *  
SunshineSunshine 177 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Lagos, Nigeria (5 KM, 3 Miles).

Where to go in Nigeria in May

Find out more about the weather in Nigeria and which places have the best travel 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 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
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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