Parakou in May
5.3out of 10
Not the best time
Hot: daytime highs around 33°C. Very wet: about 19 rainy days.
33°CAvg high
23°CAvg low
19Rainy days (127 mm)
12:26 hDaylight
06:33Sunrise · 18:59 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 33°C
- Very wet: about 19 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?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.7 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 | 33°C | 20°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.8 |
| February | 35°C | 22°C | 6 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.1 |
| March | 36°C | 24°C | 25 mm | 4 | – | – | 6.5 |
| April | 35°C | 24°C | 71 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.8 |
| May | 33°C | 23°C | 127 mm | 19 | – | – | 5.3 |
| June | 31°C | 23°C | 136 mm | 20 | – | – | 5.7 |
| July | 29°C | 22°C | 207 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 29°C | 22°C | 249 mm | 27 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 30°C | 22°C | 221 mm | 24 | – | – | 5.9 |
| October | 32°C | 22°C | 98 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.2 |
| November | 34°C | 21°C | 6 mm | 2 | – | – | 7.5 |
| December | 34°C | 20°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Parakou in May?
Daytime highs average 33°C and nights about 23°C.
When is the best time to visit Parakou?
The best months are January, December, November.