May weather forecast
N'Djamena, Chad

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Weather in May

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.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in N'Djamena in May?

The high-temperature in N'Djamena during May is 39.9°C (103.8°F) and the low-temperature is 25.8°C (78.4°F).

What is the average humidity in May in N'Djamena?

The average relative humidity in May in N'Djamena, Chad, is 39%.

How much does it rain in N'Djamena in May?

In N'Djamena, Chad, during May, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May in N'Djamena?

The average day length in May in N'Djamena is 12h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in N'Djamena?

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

How many hours of sunshine does N'Djamena have in May?

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

What are the months with the highest UV index in N'Djamena?

The months with the highest UV index in N'Djamena are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12.

What is the UV index reading in May in N'Djamena?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average daylight
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Average temperature in May
N'Djamena, Chad

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  • Average high temperature in May: 39.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (31.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 25.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.3°C).

Average humidity in May
N'Djamena, Chad

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  • Average humidity in May: 39%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (21%).

Average rainfall in May
N'Djamena, Chad

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  • Average rainfall in May: 25.8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (174.4mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
N'Djamena, Chad

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  • Average rainfall days in May: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and December (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
N'Djamena, Chad

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  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average UV index in May
N'Djamena, Chad

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  • Average UV index in May: 12

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 9).

N'Djamena, Chad

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