May weather forecast
N'Djamena, Chad

With May arrives a much-awaited shift in N'Djamena's weather. The high temperatures start to dip a little, dropping to an average of 39.9°C (103.8°F). Plus, an increase in rains beautifully captures the transition of the city from the sweltering summer to the wet season. This grey, cloudy scenery, against the backdrop of the city's architecture, evokes a certain serenity under the pattering raindrops. This can evoke something of a holiday mood in residents and visitors alike.

Temperature

May's onset brings an average high-temperature of a very hot 39.9°C (103.8°F), showing a minute difference from April's 41°C (105.8°F). Throughout the month of May, N'Djamena observes a dramatic downturn from the daytime peak temperatures, expecting an average low of 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Humidity

In N'Djamena, the average relative humidity in May is 39%.

Rainfall

In N'Djamena, during May, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in N'Djamena, there are 60 rainfall days, and 510mm (20.08") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In N'Djamena, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of May, in N'Djamena, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:21 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in N'Djamena is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in N'Djamena are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 12 transforms into the following instructions:
Put into action all important safeguards, unprotected skin may burn swiftly. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Regardless of the cloudiness of the day, a sunscreen with SPF 30 or more should be applied and reapplied generously, specifically after swimming or outdoor exercise.