May weather forecast
Central African Republic

May in the Central African Republic signifies the full arrival of the wet season, particularly in the southern regions of the country. During this time, the country experiences heavy rainfall, high humidity, and consistently warm temperatures.

In the southern cities such as Bangui and Mbaiki, temperatures typically range between 22°C (71.6°F) and 33°C (91.4°F). In the capital city, Bangui, the average high temperature reaches around 33°C (91.4°F) and the low averages at 22°C (71.6°F). The city experiences a significant increase in rainfall compared to the preceding months, with precipitation levels continuing to climb as the month progresses.

In contrast, the northern regions, including cities like Bria and Birao, remain significantly warmer with temperatures fluctuating between 27°C (80.6°F) and 40°C (104°F). May starts to bring about a moderate increase in rainfall in these regions, but not as pronounced as in the south.

Compared to April, May experiences an even greater increase in rainfall across the country, particularly in the southern regions. The temperatures remain consistently high, although the extreme northern regions may observe a slight decrease towards the end of the month.

As May transitions into June, the wet season continues to intensify, with rainfall reaching its peak in most regions of the country. The increased rainfall contributes to the thriving of the country's lush green landscapes and an abundance of wildlife near water sources.

While the heavy rainfall can make travel more challenging, especially in rural areas with limited infrastructure, the beauty of the thriving natural environment and wildlife can still make May an interesting time to visit the Central African Republic.

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• Bangui - May »
  In Bangui during the entire year, the rain falls for 199 days and collects up to 962mm (37.87") of precipitation. In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.
• Bimbo - May »
  The average relative humidity in May in Bimbo is 74%. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating.
• Mbaïki - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Mbaïki sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 17:55 WAT. The onset of May in Mbaïki brings with it an average high-temperature of a still hot 33°C (91.4°F), showing a negligible variation from the month before.
• Berbérati - May »
  In Berbérati in May, 146mm (5.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated. When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Berbérati?
• Kaga-Bandoro - May »
  Throughout May, in Kaga-Bandoro 132mm (5.2") of precipitation is accumulated. The weather in May in Kaga-Bandoro oscillates between a warm day and cooler night, maintaining a balance in the city's climate.
• Bambari - May »
  On the first day of May in Bambari sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 17:44. In Bambari, in May, during 21.5 rainfall days, 113mm (4.45") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Bouar - May »
  In May, in Bouar the rain falls for 28.2 days. In Bouar, Central African Republic, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.
• Bossangoa - May »
  The high-temperature in Bossangoa, Central African Republic, during May is 33.1°C (91.6°F) and the low-temperature is 21.2°C (70.2°F). On the first day of May in Bossangoa, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:57.
• Bria - May »
  Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent.
• Bangassou - May »
  The month of May marks the peak of the rainy season in Bangassou, with the highest annual rainfall up to 155mm (6.1") recorded over 27 days. On the last day of the month, in Bangassou, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 17:37 WAT.
• Carnot - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Carnot sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:05 WAT. In May, in Carnot, Central African Republic, the rain falls for 25.3 days.