Douentza in May
5.6out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Very hot: daytime highs around 40°C. Very dry: about 2 rainy days.
40°CAvg high
28°CAvg low
2Rainy days (6 mm)
12:42 hDaylight
05:47Sunrise · 18:29 Sunset
Why this score
- Very hot: daytime highs around 40°C
- Very dry: about 2 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (1.7 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 | 29°C | 15°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| February | 32°C | 18°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.2 |
| March | 36°C | 22°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.1 |
| April | 39°C | 26°C | 2 mm | 1 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 40°C | 28°C | 6 mm | 2 | – | – | 5.6 |
| June | 38°C | 28°C | 21 mm | 8 | – | – | 5.4 |
| July | 35°C | 25°C | 93 mm | 16 | – | – | 5.2 |
| August | 33°C | 24°C | 131 mm | 17 | – | – | 5.6 |
| September | 35°C | 25°C | 52 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 37°C | 24°C | 10 mm | 2 | – | – | 6.6 |
| November | 34°C | 20°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.6 |
| December | 30°C | 16°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Douentza in May?
Daytime highs average 40°C and nights about 28°C.
When is the best time to visit Douentza?
The best months are January, December.