If you plan to visit Abuja in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +31°C during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 23 rainy days in the month and around 135 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+21°C
Min.
+40°C
Max.
135 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
23 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Abuja has OK weather in May.
Average temperature in Abuja in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Abuja for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +35°C during the day to a minimum of +22°C during the night, the temperature in May averages around +32°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 15% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +33°C to +31°C.
Is Abuja warm or cold in May?
Abuja is typically hot in May.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +34°C to +31°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +25°C to +24°C.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Abuja:
Climate in Abuja in May
Abuja weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+34°C
+31°C
+29°C
Min. temperature
+20°C
+21°C
+20°C
Max. temperature
+40°C
+40°C
+34°C
Rainfall
54 mm
135 mm
196 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
66%
78%
84%
Air pressure
1008 HPa
1010 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
2
0
0
Cloudy days
10
4
1
Rainy days
15
23
25
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as ok as in April.It’s getting colder in May. From +34°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +31°C.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 54 mm to 135 mm.Humidity rises from 66% to 78%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 1 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 2 sunny days in April to 0 in May.
Wind speed in Abuja in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Abuja is gradually increasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Abuja based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 42% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 79 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 22 mm, which is considered light rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Abuja wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 90% chance of precipitation and 315 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Abuja?
This is the weather in Abuja in May 2023:
1 May
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+33°C
2 May
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+34°C
3 May
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+34°C
4 May
☁️
+33°C
5 May
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+30°C
6 May
⛈️
+33°C
7 May
☀️
+35°C
8 May
☀️
+33°C
9 May
☁️
+35°C
10 May
☁️
+33°C
11 May
☁️
+33°C
12 May
☀️
+32°C
13 May
☀️
+34°C
14 May
☁️
+33°C
15 May
☀️
+33°C
16 May
☁️
+33°C
17 May
☀️
+34°C
18 May
☁️
+32°C
19 May
☁️
+33°C
20 May
☁️
+32°C
21 May
☁️
+31°C
22 May
☀️
+32°C
23 May
☁️
+31°C
24 May
☁️
+29°C
25 May
☁️
+32°C
26 May
☁️
+33°C
27 May
☀️
+29°C
28 May
☀️
+32°C
29 May
🌧️
+29°C
30 May
☁️
+33°C
31 May
☁️
+31°C
In May 2023 Abuja had 11 sunny days, 18 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +32°C, with an absolute maximum of +35°C and a minimum of +29°C. The average humidity was 76%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 49%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Abuja climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Abuja in May has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+31°C) and the highest in 2021 (+32°C). The driest year was 2022 with only 1002 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2012 with 1812 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Abuja in May:
Is May a good time to visit Abuja?
It’s always a good time to visit Abuja, 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 Abuja in May?
Absolutely, May is hot in Abuja. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Abuja rainy in May?
Abuja 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 Abuja in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Abuja in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Nigeria
Check out the weather for other cities in Nigeria.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Abuja, 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.