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Abidjan in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Abidjan in May will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Abidjan, based on historical data.
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May

Weather in Abidjan in May 2025

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Very warm water
If you plan to visit Abidjan in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +29°C during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 17 rainy days in the month and around 199 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+29°C
Avg. max. temperature
+22°C
Min.
+32°C
Max.
199 mm
Total precipitation
84%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
0 ⛅️
Cloudy
17 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Abidjan has OK weather in May.

Average temperature in Abidjan in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Abidjan for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +32°C during the day to a minimum of +24°C during the night, the temperature in May averages around +30°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +30°C to +30°C.

Is Abidjan warm or cold in May?

Abidjan is typically warm in May.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +30°C to +29°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +25°C to +25°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Abidjan:

Water temperature in Abidjan in May

Water in Abidjan in May is Very warm. It varies from +28°C to +30°C, with an average of +29°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +29°C.

The water temperature in May is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Abidjan are reached in May, when the average sea temperature rises to +29°C. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +25°C.

Can you swim in Abidjan in May?

You can definitely swim in Abidjan in May, the water is very warm (+29°C in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!

Climate in Abidjan in May

Abidjan weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+30°C+29°C+27°C
Min. temperature
+23°C+22°C+22°C
Max. temperature
+32°C+32°C+30°C
Rainfall
103 mm199 mm278 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+29°C+29°C+28°C
Humidity
83%84%86%
Air pressure
1009 HPa1010 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
000
Cloudy days
201
Rainy days
171720
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as ok as in April. It’s getting colder in May. From +30°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +29°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 103 mm to 199 mm. Humidity rises from 83% to 84%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 2 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.

June brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Abidjan in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Abidjan is gradually increasing during May, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Abidjan based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 90% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 361 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 92 mm, which is considered heavy rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 28 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
May is one of the rainiest months in Abidjan, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Abidjan wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 67% chance of precipitation and 278 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 61% chance of precipitation and 41 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Abidjan?

This is the weather in Abidjan in May 2023:
1 May
🌧️
+30°C
2 May
☀️
+30°C
3 May
☁️
+31°C
4 May
☀️
+30°C
5 May
☀️
+31°C
6 May
☀️
+31°C
7 May
☀️
+29°C
8 May
☀️
+31°C
9 May
☀️
+32°C
10 May
☁️
+31°C
11 May
🌧️
+31°C
12 May
🌧️
+30°C
13 May
☁️
+31°C
14 May
🌧️
+29°C
15 May
🌧️
+30°C
16 May
☀️
+29°C
17 May
☀️
+30°C
18 May
🌧️
+29°C
19 May
🌧️
+29°C
20 May
🌧️
+29°C
21 May
🌧️
+28°C
22 May
🌧️
+30°C
23 May
🌧️
+30°C
24 May
☁️
+31°C
25 May
🌧️
+29°C
26 May
🌧️
+31°C
27 May
🌧️
+29°C
28 May
🌧️
+30°C
29 May
🌧️
+30°C
30 May
🌧️
+30°C
31 May
🌧️
+30°C
In May 2023 Abidjan had 9 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 18 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +30°C, with an absolute maximum of +32°C and a minimum of +28°C. The average humidity was 85%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 75%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Abidjan climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Abidjan in May has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+28°C) and the highest in 2023 (+29°C). The driest year was 2004 with only 924 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1984 with 2423 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Abidjan in May:

Is May a good time to visit Abidjan?

It’s always a good time to visit Abidjan, but the weather is changeable in May, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Abidjan in May?

May is warm in Abidjan. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Abidjan in May?

Yes, you can swim in Abidjan in May, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +29°C, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.

Is Abidjan rainy in May?

Abidjan is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Abidjan in May?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Abidjan in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Monthly weather in Abidjan

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Abidjan, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.