May weather forecast
Maroua, Cameroon

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Weather in May

May pronounces the full swing of the rainy season in Maroua with a significant increase in precipitation- 20mm (0.79") in fact. Accompanied by a cooler downswing in temperature, May witnesses temperatures dipping to a low of 29.7°C (85.5°F). The skyrocketing humidity in conjunction with the frequency of rainy days makes this period considerably cooler compared with the preceding months. Cloud cover also undergoes a dramatic increase. The arrival of consistent rain transforms May into a cooler month, providing a refreshing break from the unrelenting heat.

Temperature

May's average high-temperature in Maroua is a torrid 39.3°C (102.7°F), maintaining a close comparison with April's 40.8°C (105.4°F). Throughout the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 29.7°C (85.5°F) is noted.

Humidity

In Maroua, the average relative humidity in May is 33%.

Rainfall

In May, in Maroua, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout May, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 95.7 rainfall days, and 400mm (15.75") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:21 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Maroua is 11.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 8 turns into the following recommendations:
Don't neglect protection; skin and eyes can be burned swiftly if left exposed. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Maroua in May?

In May, in Maroua, the average high-temperature is 39.3°C (102.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 29.7°C (85.5°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Maroua?

The average relative humidity in May in Maroua, Cameroon, is 33%.

How many days does it rain in May in Maroua?

In Maroua, Cameroon, in May, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 20mm (0.79") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Maroua have in May?

In Maroua, Cameroon, the average day length in May is 12h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Maroua?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:21 WAT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Maroua?

The average sunshine duration in May in Maroua, Cameroon, is 11.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Maroua?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Maroua is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Maroua, Cameroon

Average temperature in May - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average high temperature in May: 39.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (40.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 29.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°C).

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Average pressure in May
Maroua, Cameroon

Average pressure in May - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average pressure in May: 1007.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1006.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Maroua, Cameroon

Average wind speed in May - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Maroua, Cameroon

Average humidity in May - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average humidity in May: 33%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (12%).

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Average rainfall in May
Maroua, Cameroon

Average rainfall in May - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average rainfall in May: 20mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (154mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March, November and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Maroua, Cameroon

Average rainfall days in May - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Maroua, Cameroon

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Maroua, Cameroon

Average sunshine days in May - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average sunshine days in May: 21.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Maroua, Cameroon

Average UV index in May - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average UV index in May: 8

The month with the highest UV index is April (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 7).

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Average cloud cover in May
Maroua, Cameroon

Average cloud cover in May - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average cloud cover in May: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 1).

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Average visibility in May
Maroua, Cameroon

Average visibility in May - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (9km).

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