Maiduguri in May
5.6out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Very hot: daytime highs around 39°C. Some rain: about 5 rainy days.
39°CAvg high
27°CAvg low
5Rainy days (22 mm)
12:33 hDaylight
05:47Sunrise · 18:20 Sunset
Why this score
- Very hot: daytime highs around 39°C
- Some rain: about 5 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?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.5 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 | 31°C | 14°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.6 |
| February | 34°C | 17°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.7 |
| March | 38°C | 22°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 6.6 |
| April | 40°C | 25°C | 4 mm | 1 | – | – | 5.8 |
| May | 39°C | 27°C | 22 mm | 5 | – | – | 5.6 |
| June | 36°C | 26°C | 35 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.0 |
| July | 33°C | 24°C | 103 mm | 17 | – | – | 5.7 |
| August | 31°C | 23°C | 189 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.6 |
| September | 33°C | 23°C | 82 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.3 |
| October | 35°C | 23°C | 17 mm | 4 | – | – | 6.8 |
| November | 35°C | 19°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.5 |
| December | 31°C | 15°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.4 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Maiduguri in May?
Daytime highs average 39°C and nights about 27°C.
When is the best time to visit Maiduguri?
The best months are January, December.