Douala Weather in May
Cameroon · May climate averages and travel tips
Avg high30°C (86°F)
Avg low24°C (76°F)
Rainfall187 mm (7.4 in)
RatingPoor 1.6/10
Expect hot days in Douala in May: the average high is 30°C (86°F) and the average low is 24°C (76°F). The month is wet, with about 187 mm (7.4 in) of rain spread over 28 days. Humidity averages 88%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 12.2 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is May a good time to visit Douala?
May is not the best time to visit Douala (1.6/10) mainly because of the rain. The weather is much better in December and January.
May weather at a glance
| Average high | 30°C (86°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 24°C (76°F) |
| Daily mean | 27°C (80°F) |
| Rainfall | 187 mm (7.4 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 28 |
| Humidity | 88% |
| Cloud cover | 82% |
| Daylight | 12.2 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 2.4 hours/day |
| Wind | 1.7 km/h |
| vs April | About as warm as April, with similar rainfall. |
What to pack for Douala in May
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Douala weather in other months
Jan32°C / 23°C23 mmGoodFeb32°C / 24°C59 mmFairMar31°C / 24°C157 mmPoorApr30°C / 24°C193 mmPoorMay30°C / 24°C187 mmPoorJun29°C / 23°C273 mmPoorJul29°C / 23°C337 mmPoorAug28°C / 22°C383 mmPoorSep29°C / 23°C386 mmPoorOct29°C / 23°C280 mmPoorNov30°C / 24°C147 mmPoorDec31°C / 23°C28 mmFair
← AprilBest time to visit DoualaJune →
Better weather in May nearby
- Durban23°C · 57 mm · Excellent
- Tangier21°C · 25 mm · Excellent
- Windhoek24°C · 7 mm · Excellent
- Essaouira21°C · 12 mm · Excellent
- Johannesburg20°C · 16 mm · Excellent
- Dakar23°C · 3 mm · Excellent
Nearby in May
- Yaounde27°C · 144 mm
- Aba30°C · 186 mm
- Ciudad de la Paz27°C · 180 mm
- Port Harcourt30°C · 205 mm
- Onitsha30°C · 162 mm
- Libreville28°C · 182 mm
Where else is good in May? See where to go in May.