May · Cameroon
Best time to visit Yaoundé in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Yaoundé in May
Average temperature 25°C, 117 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
5.8/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 117 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Yaoundé scores 5.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 25°C, 117 mm of rain, and roughly 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Yaounde, Cameroon's hill capital, spreads over green ridges with a basilica, museums and a busy central market.
May in Yaoundé: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
At 25°C (76°F) this is comfortable city weather in May, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
117 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 5.8/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 8.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, January is materially better in Yaoundé — 2.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Yaoundé in May?
- In May, Yaoundé averages 25°C, 117 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.8/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Yaoundé?
- May earns a 5.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Yaoundé in May?
- Expect about 117 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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