Gumel in May
5.8out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Very hot: daytime highs around 40°C. Very dry: about 2 rainy days.
40°CAvg high
27°CAvg low
2Rainy days (11 mm)
12:35 hDaylight
06:01Sunrise · 18:36 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 (2.7 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 | 30°C | 15°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.8 |
| February | 33°C | 18°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.9 |
| March | 38°C | 22°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 6.7 |
| April | 40°C | 26°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 6.0 |
| May | 40°C | 27°C | 11 mm | 2 | – | – | 5.8 |
| June | 37°C | 26°C | 26 mm | 6 | – | – | 6.0 |
| July | 34°C | 24°C | 93 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.8 |
| August | 31°C | 23°C | 183 mm | 18 | – | – | 5.5 |
| September | 34°C | 24°C | 57 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.6 |
| October | 37°C | 23°C | 8 mm | 2 | – | – | 6.7 |
| November | 35°C | 19°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.5 |
| December | 31°C | 16°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.6 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Gumel in May?
Daytime highs average 40°C and nights about 27°C.
When is the best time to visit Gumel?
The best months are January, December.