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Owerri weather in May (Nigeria)

Interested in knowing the climate of Owerri in May? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In May, Owerri usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 32°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 23°C. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Owerri in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 269 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 14 days of the month will see rainfall.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Owerri. December generally stands out with the best circumstances. While February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Owerri, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 269 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  

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.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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