Cameroon in may: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Cameroon in may 2025
In this section, you have access to the weather forecast for may for most popular cities in Cameroon. These forecasts are probabilities for may from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in may in Yaounde
bad weather UV index: 6
Weather at 6am
72°F
Fog
53% of time
25%
14%
8%
Weather at 12pm
86°F
Moderate rain at times
35% of time
29%
15%
9%
Weather at 6pm
76°F
Moderate rain at times
37% of time
34%
13%
8%
Weather at 3am
70°F
54%
34%
13%
1%
Where to go in Cameroon in may?
Where to go in Cameroon in may: destination map
perfect weather
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tolerable
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Where to go in each region in may?
| Adamawa (Ngaoundéré, Tibati...) | 83°F to 85°F | 20 à 26 days | bad weather | |
| Centre of Cameroon (Yaounde, Bafia...) | 86°F to 90°F | 20 à 22 days | tolerable weather* | |
| East (Moloundou...) | 92°F | 15 days | tolerable weather | |
| North of Cameroon (Maroua, Garoua...) | 104°F to 106°F | 2 à 4 days | tolerable weather | |
| South of Cameroon (Kribi...) | 86°F | 18 days | 85°F | tolerable weather |
| West of Cameroon (Douala, Buea, Kumba...) | 79°F to 92°F | 15 à 28 days | 85°F | bad weather* |
Where should you go in Cameroon in may when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Cameroon in may ranges from tolerable to bad depending on the region and city.
That month is not the best month to spend holidays in Cameroon. The weather in Douala, Ngaoundéré, Garoua, Maroua and Moloundou is ok but correct. The sun is not there all the time and you might make you wet by rain regularly. However, if you don't plan a pool and sun holiday in Cameroon but rather cultural visits or hiking, this climate may suit. In addition, there are definitely fewer tourists dyring this month of may.
But it gets worse: in Yaounde and surrounding area where the climate is even worse. It is really not advisable to travel to this area in may.
Climate in Cameroon in may
Climate in Yaounde in may
In may, maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 72°F (for an average temperature of 79°F). The climate good there in this month. With 12.5in over 22 days, rain is to be feared throughout your vacations. Remember to pack clothes for rain.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 79°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 72°F | ||
| Rainfall | 12.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 22 day(s) (70%) | ||
| Humidity | 97% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 63% | ||
| Length of day | 12:18 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Douala in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 90°F and minimum temperature is 79°F (for an average temperature of 85°F). The climate is very warm here in may. With 9.8in over 15 days, you may find yourself often in the rain throughout your holidays. Consider to bring rain clothes.
With proper weather, the month of may is okay (but not good time) for traveling there in Cameroon.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 85°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 90°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 84°F | ||
| Rainfall | 9.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 15 day(s) (48%) | ||
| Humidity | 90% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 41% | ||
| Length of day | 12:18 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Garoua in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 104°F and minimum temperature is 85°F (for an average temperature of 94°F). The climate is very hot in that area in may. With 3.5in over 4 days, you will experience some showers for your vacations. But this is pretty moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With a correct weather, may is okay (but not good month) for traveling in Garoua.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 94°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 104°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 4 day(s) (14%) | ||
| Humidity | 60% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 20% | ||
| Length of day | 12:32 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Kribi in may
In may, the mean temperature in Kribi is 83°F (maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 79°F). The climate is very hot there in may. With 12.4in over 18 days, you may find yourself often in the rain during your holidays. Consider to pack clothes for rain.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 85°F | ||
| Rainfall | 12.4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 18 day(s) (58%) | ||
| Humidity | 89% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 47% | ||
| Length of day | 12:15 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Maroua in may
In may, maximum temperature is 106°F and minimum temperature is 88°F (for an average temperature of 97°F). The climate is very warm in this city in this month. With barely 1.7in over 2 days, rain may be scarce throughout your vacations.
With proper weather, the month of may is okay (but not good month) for traveling in Maroua in Cameroon.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 97°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 106°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 88°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 2 day(s) (6%) | ||
| Humidity | 45% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 15% | ||
| Length of day | 12:36 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
All cities in Cameroon in may
| Yaounde in may | bad weather |
| Douala in may | tolerable weather |
| Garoua in may | tolerable weather |
| Kribi in may | tolerable weather |
| Maroua in may | tolerable weather |
| Moloundou in may | tolerable weather |
| Ngaoundéré in may | bad weather |
| Bafia in may | tolerable weather |
| Bafoussam in may | bad weather |
| Bamenda in may | bad weather |
| Buea in may | tolerable weather |
| Kumba in may | bad weather |
| Tibati in may | bad weather |
Weather data for Cameroon in may:
Weather data for Cameroon in may is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Cameroon. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Cameroon can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Cameroon.