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Weather in Cotonou for May 2027

Your guide to Cotonou weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Cotonou at the beginning of May is 30.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 29.4 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Cotonou in May brings notable rainfall, with an average of 18 rainy days and a total precipitation of 138.6 mm.

Average dry days
13
Dry days
Average rainy days
18
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
30°/27°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
21 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
77 %
Avg humidity

Cotonou Weather May

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April
June
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Moderate rain at times
30°
2
Thundery outbreaks possible
30°
3
Moderate rain at times
30°
4
Patchy rain possible
30°
5
Patchy rain possible
31°
6
Patchy rain possible
30°
7
Patchy rain possible
30°
8
Patchy rain possible
30°
9
Thundery outbreaks possible
31°
10
Patchy rain possible
31°
11
Patchy rain possible
30°
12
Patchy rain possible
31°
13
Heavy rain at times
31°
14
Thundery outbreaks possible
30°
15
Moderate or heavy rain shower
30°
16
Patchy rain possible
31°
17
Patchy rain possible
31°
18
Moderate or heavy rain shower
30°
19
Patchy rain possible
30°
20
Moderate rain at times
30°
21
Patchy rain possible
30°
22
Moderate or heavy rain shower
30°
23
Thundery outbreaks possible
30°
24
Patchy rain possible
30°
25
Moderate or heavy rain shower
29°
26
Patchy rain possible
30°
27
Patchy rain possible
30°
28
Light rain shower
30°
29
Patchy rain possible
29°
30
Patchy rain possible
29°
31
Patchy rain possible
29°

Temperatures trend during May in Cotonou

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May weather in Cotonou day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 30° /27° 2.6 mm 8
2 May Thundery outbreaks possible
Thundery outbreaks possible
 30° /27° 2.6 mm 8
3 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 30° /27° 1.3 mm 8
4 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /27° 1.8 mm 8
5 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 31° /27° 0.5 mm 8
6 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /27° 2.9 mm 7
7 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /27° 1.1 mm 7
8 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /27° 2.6 mm 7
9 May Thundery outbreaks possible
Thundery outbreaks possible
 31° /27° 2.1 mm 7
10 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 31° /27° 0.5 mm 7
11 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /27° 2.4 mm 8
12 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 31° /27° 3 mm 8
13 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 31° /27° 1.4 mm 8
14 May Thundery outbreaks possible
Thundery outbreaks possible
 30° /28° 4.4 mm 7
15 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 30° /26° 30 mm 6
16 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 31° /27° 1 mm 7
17 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 31° /26° 9.4 mm 7
18 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 30° /26° 11.5 mm 7
19 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /27° 4.9 mm 6
20 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 30° /27° 4 mm 7
21 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /27° 2.1 mm 7
22 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 30° /27° 5.8 mm 7
23 May Thundery outbreaks possible
Thundery outbreaks possible
 30° /27° 4.6 mm 7
24 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /27° 5.3 mm 7
25 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 29° /26° 7 mm 6
26 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /26° 5.7 mm 7
27 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /26° 2.2 mm 6
28 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 30° /26° 3.8 mm 7
29 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 29° /26° 5.1 mm 7
30 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 29° /26° 3.5 mm 8
31 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 29° /26° 3.5 mm 7
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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 138.6 mm is expected in Cotonou during May, occurring over more than 18 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

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Cotonous May weather 💧
Typically, Cotonou has 18 rainy days in May with a total of 138.6 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Cotonou during May

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