Garoua in May
5.5out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Very hot: daytime highs around 36°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
36°CAvg high
26°CAvg low
11Rainy days (60 mm)
12:26 hDaylight
05:50Sunrise · 18:15 Sunset
Why this score
- Very hot: daytime highs around 36°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.2 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?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.2 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. 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 | 34°C | 18°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.7 |
| February | 37°C | 20°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.0 |
| March | 39°C | 25°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 39°C | 27°C | 17 mm | 4 | – | – | 5.6 |
| May | 36°C | 26°C | 60 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.5 |
| June | 34°C | 25°C | 73 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 31°C | 24°C | 123 mm | 19 | – | – | 5.7 |
| August | 30°C | 23°C | 182 mm | 23 | – | – | 5.8 |
| September | 31°C | 23°C | 120 mm | 19 | – | – | 5.8 |
| October | 34°C | 24°C | 53 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.7 |
| November | 36°C | 21°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.1 |
| December | 34°C | 18°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.6 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Garoua in May?
Daytime highs average 36°C and nights about 26°C.
When is the best time to visit Garoua?
The best months are January, December.