Cotonou
May
Weather in Cotonou for May 2026
Your guide to Cotonou weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Cotonou at the beginning of May is 30.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 29.4 °C by the end of May.
Cotonou experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 138.1 mm.
Temperatures
Rain 🌧️
4
Dry days
27
Rainy days
0
Snow days
30°/27°
Temperatures
21 km/h
Avg max wind
77 %
Avg humidity
Cotonou Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in Cotonou
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May weather in Cotonou day by day
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Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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1 May | Moderate rain at times | 30° /27° | 3.4 mm | 7 | |
2 May | Thundery outbreaks possible | 30° /27° | 3.3 mm | 7 | |
3 May | Moderate rain at times | 30° /27° | 1.5 mm | 7 | |
4 May | Patchy rain possible | 30° /27° | 0.7 mm | 7 | |
5 May | Patchy rain possible | 31° /27° | 0.3 mm | 7 | |
6 May | Patchy rain possible | 30° /27° | 2.9 mm | 7 | |
7 May | Patchy rain possible | 31° /27° | 0.3 mm | 7 | |
8 May | Patchy rain possible | 31° /27° | 0.8 mm | 7 | |
9 May | Thundery outbreaks possible | 31° /27° | 0.4 mm | 7 | |
10 May | Patchy rain possible | 31° /27° | 0.6 mm | 7 | |
11 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 31° /27° | 3.1 mm | 7 | |
12 May | Patchy rain possible | 31° /27° | 3.8 mm | 7 | |
13 May | Heavy rain at times | 31° /27° | 1.4 mm | 7 | |
14 May | Thundery outbreaks possible | 30° /28° | 4.1 mm | 7 | |
15 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /26° | 36.3 mm | 7 | |
16 May | Moderate rain at times | 31° /27° | 0.7 mm | 7 | |
17 May | Patchy rain possible | 31° /26° | 7.1 mm | 7 | |
18 May | Heavy rain at times | 30° /26° | 13.9 mm | 7 | |
19 May | Patchy rain possible | 30° /27° | 4.9 mm | 7 | |
20 May | Moderate rain at times | 30° /27° | 3.1 mm | 7 | |
21 May | Patchy rain possible | 30° /27° | 2.2 mm | 7 | |
22 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /27° | 3.4 mm | 7 | |
23 May | Thundery outbreaks possible | 30° /27° | 4.6 mm | 7 | |
24 May | Patchy rain possible | 30° /27° | 4.8 mm | 6 | |
25 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 29° /27° | 3.5 mm | 6 | |
26 May | Patchy rain possible | 30° /26° | 1.2 mm | 6 | |
27 May | Patchy rain possible | 30° /27° | 2.7 mm | 6 | |
28 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /26° | 4.7 mm | 6 | |
29 May | Heavy rain at times | 29° /27° | 6.1 mm | 6 | |
30 May | Moderate rain at times | 29° /26° | 4.6 mm | 6 | |
31 May | Moderate rain at times | 29° /26° | 4.6 mm | 6 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Cotonou in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Cotonou forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Cotonou in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Cotonou during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 30° and lows near 27°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Cotonou during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 138.1 mm is expected in Cotonou during May, occurring over more than 27 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Cotonou during May?
The average wind speed in Cotonou during May is 21 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Cotonou
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