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Weather in Ouagadougou for May 2026

Your guide to Ouagadougou weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • Until now, May 2026 in Ouagadougou has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 39.6 °C (showing only a slight deviation of -0.3 °C).

  • The forecast for the next days in Ouagadougou predicts temperatures to be around 37 °C, close to the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Ouagadougou at the beginning of May is 40 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of 36.1 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • The climate of Ouagadougou in May is notably wet, with an average of 11 rainy days, and a total of 25.9 mm of precipitation.

Average dry days
20
Dry days
Average rainy days
11
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
40°/29°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
23 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
35 %
Avg humidity

Ouagadougou Weather May

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April
June
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Partly cloudy
40°
2
Sunny
41°
3
Sunny
40°
4
Sunny
40°
5
Sunny
41°
6
Patchy rain possible
40°
7
Partly cloudy
38°
8
Patchy rain possible
40°
9
Sunny
41°
10
Sunny
41°
11
Sunny
41°
12
Patchy rain possible
40°
13
Sunny
40°
14
Sunny
41°
15
Patchy rain possible
40°
16
Partly cloudy
38°
17
Light rain shower
38°
18
Patchy rain possible
38°
19
Patchy rain possible
40°
20
Sunny
40°
21
Patchy rain possible
40°
22
Moderate rain at times
40°
23
Patchy rain possible
39°
24
Moderate rain
36°
25
Patchy rain possible
33°
26
Partly cloudy
34°
27
Patchy rain possible
39°
28
Sunny
36°
29
Partly cloudy
39°
30
Patchy rain possible
35°
31
Sunny
37°

Temperatures trend during May in Ouagadougou

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May weather in Ouagadougou day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 40° /28° 0.1 mm 10
2 May Sunny
Sunny
 41° /29° 0.8 mm 10
3 May Sunny
Sunny
 40° /28° 0.8 mm 10
4 May Sunny
Sunny
 40° /29° 0.1 mm 10
5 May Sunny
Sunny
 41° /29° 0.2 mm 10
6 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 40° /28° 1.6 mm 10
7 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 38° /28° 0.5 mm 10
8 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 40° /28° 0.8 mm 10
9 May Sunny
Sunny
 41° /29° 0 mm 10
10 May Sunny
Sunny
 41° /29° 0 mm 10
11 May Sunny
Sunny
 41° /29° 0.3 mm 10
12 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 40° /29° 2.3 mm 10
13 May Sunny
Sunny
 40° /29° 0 mm 10
14 May Sunny
Sunny
 41° /29° 1.6 mm 10
15 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 40° /29° 1.1 mm 10
16 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 38° /28° 0.5 mm 10
17 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 38° /27° 2.8 mm 9
18 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 38° /28° 1.5 mm 9
19 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 40° /28° 0.3 mm 10
20 May Sunny
Sunny
 40° /29° 0.3 mm 11
21 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 40° /28° 0.4 mm 10
22 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 40° /28° 0.2 mm 10
23 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 39° /29° 2.7 mm 9.7
24 May Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 36° /25° 8 mm 10
25 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 33° /27° 1.8 mm 9.5
26 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 34° /28° 0 mm 3.9
27 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 39° /28° 1 mm 10.7
28 May Sunny
Sunny
 36° /28° 0 mm 8
29 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 39° /29° 0 mm 8
30 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 35° /24° 4 mm 7
31 May Sunny
Sunny
 37° /27° 0 mm 8
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Ouagadougou 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 Ouagadougou forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Ouagadougou in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Ouagadougou during May?

With daytime temperatures soaring above 40° and not dropping much below 29° at night, May in Ouagadougou is quite hot. Staying hydrated and avoiding peak sun hours is advisable.

How much rainfall should be expected in Ouagadougou during May?

In May, Ouagadougou can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 25.9 mm across approximately 11 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.

What are the typical wind conditions in Ouagadougou during May?

The average wind speed in Ouagadougou during May is 23 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in Ouagadougou

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Ouagadougous May weather 💧
Typically, Ouagadougou has 11 rainy days in May with a total of 25.9 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Ouagadougou during May

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of May ☀️

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