Douala in May
5.8out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Hot: daytime highs around 30°C. Very wet: about 30 rainy days.
30°CAvg high
24°CAvg low
30Rainy days (297 mm)
12:11 hDaylight
06:12Sunrise · 18:23 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 30°C
- Very wet: about 30 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (1.4 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 24°C | 69 mm | 21 | – | – | 5.9 |
| February | 31°C | 24°C | 98 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.5 |
| March | 31°C | 24°C | 221 mm | 29 | – | – | 5.6 |
| April | 31°C | 24°C | 284 mm | 28 | – | – | 5.6 |
| May | 30°C | 24°C | 297 mm | 30 | – | – | 5.8 |
| June | 29°C | 24°C | 303 mm | 29 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 27°C | 23°C | 365 mm | 30 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 27°C | 23°C | 346 mm | 29 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 28°C | 23°C | 351 mm | 30 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 29°C | 23°C | 368 mm | 30 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 30°C | 24°C | 258 mm | 28 | – | – | 5.9 |
| December | 30°C | 24°C | 96 mm | 23 | – | – | 5.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Douala in May?
Daytime highs average 30°C and nights about 24°C.
When is the best time to visit Douala?
The best months are June, July, August, September.