May weather forecast
Maroua, Cameroon

May

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

The shift into May reveals an average high-temperature of a fiery hot 39.3°C (102.7°F), closely mirroring April's climate. Maroua's average low-temperature in the month of May is recorded at a warm 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Maroua, 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 is 11.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 8 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Refrain from exposing skin and eyes. Without protection, they can get damaged rapidly. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in May?
Maroua in May has an average high-temperature of 39.3°C (102.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 29.7°C (85.5°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
The average relative humidity in May is 33%.
How much does it rain in May?
In Maroua, Cameroon, during May, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in May?
In May, the average day length is 12h and 37min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May?
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 many hours of sunshine does Maroua have in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.9h.
How high is the UV index in May?
In Maroua, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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).

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).

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).

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%).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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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