NʼDjamena weather in May (Chad)

What can you expect from the weather in NʼDjamena during May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, NʼDjamena generally has very high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 42°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 28°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

NʼDjamena in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 18 mm for the month. Typically around 4 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 283 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June and July tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

NʼDjamena, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 28°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 42°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 13%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 18 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 39%  
SunshineSunshine 283 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Chad in May

Find out more about the weather in Chad 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 NʼDjamena 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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
10/10
Camping
9/10

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