May · Ivory Coast
Best time to visit Abidjan in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Abidjan in May
Average temperature 27°C, 241 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
3.4/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 241 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Abidjan scores 3.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 241 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Abidjan is Ivory Coast's economic capital, a lagoon city of towers, markets and a modern cathedral.
May in Abidjan — off-season conditions
Days in May average 27°C (81°F) and humidity near 86% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 241 mm, but with about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 3.4/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 7.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, 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 Abidjan — 3.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Abidjan in May?
- In May, Abidjan averages 27°C, 241 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.4/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Abidjan?
- May earns a 3.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Abidjan in May?
- Expect about 241 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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