May weather forecast
Liberia

The month of May in Liberia marks the solid establishment of the rainy season. Rainfall levels escalate dramatically, with average precipitation typically exceeding 150mm (5.91"). Coastal cities such as Monrovia and Buchanan often experience higher rainfall than inland regions. Yet, the entire country observes substantial precipitation, making May one of the wettest months of the year.

In terms of temperature, despite the increase in rainfall, the tropical warmth of Liberia persists. Average temperatures are mostly consistent with the previous months, oscillating between a minimum of 22°C (71.6°F) at night and a maximum of 31°C (87.8°F) during the daytime. The increasing cloud cover and rainfall contribute to a higher humidity level, which might make the temperatures feel warmer than they actually are.

When compared with April, May experiences a substantial rise in rainfall, truly ushering in the heart of the rainy season. The increase in cloud cover and rainfall can lead to reduced sunlight hours. Looking ahead to June, expect the intensification of the rainy season with peak rainfall typically observed in the heart of Liberia's monsoon period.

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• Monrovia - May »
  The month with the warmest seawater in Monrovia is May, with an average sea temperature of 28.9°C (84°F). In Monrovia in May, during 28.5 rainfall days, 164mm (6.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Gbarnga - May »
  A significant drop from the day's peak to an average low-temperature of 19.3°C (66.7°F) is noted during the nights in May in Gbarnga, Liberia. May in Gbarnga, Liberia sees a further decrease in temperature, indicative of the rainy season's peak.
• Harper - May »
  In Harper in May, the average water temperature is 29°C (84.2°F). In Harper during May, the rain falls for 21 days and regularly aggregates up to 326mm (12.83") of precipitation.
• Voinjama - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Voinjama sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:54 GMT. In Voinjama during the entire year, the rain falls for 237 days and collects up to 1388mm (54.65") of precipitation.
• Bensonville - May »
  On the first day of May in Bensonville sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:50. In Bensonville, during May, the rain falls for 28.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 164mm (6.46") of precipitation.
• Greenville - May »
  In Greenville during May, the rain falls for 26.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 160mm (6.3") of precipitation. On account of this, Greenville is characterised by wetter and cooler days during this month, compared to the previous months.
• Bopolu - May »
  In Bopolu during the entire year, the rain falls for 298.8 days and collects up to 1903mm (74.92") of precipitation. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat.
• Robertsport - May »
  On the first day of May in Robertsport sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:53. What is the month with the warmest sea water in Robertsport?
• Fish Town - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Fish Town, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:41 GMT. In Fish Town, in May, during 26.8 rainfall days, 160mm (6.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Barclayville - May »
  An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. On the first day of May in Barclayville, Liberia, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:38.