May · Gabon
Best time to visit Libreville in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Libreville in May
Average temperature 26°C, 326 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 89% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
3.3/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 326 mm
- Humidity
- 89%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Libreville scores 3.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 326 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Libreville is Gabon's Atlantic capital, combining waterfront boulevards, markets, museums, neighborhoods, and a gateway role for rainforest travel.
May in Libreville — the hardest end of the year
May averages 26°C (79°F) and humidity near 89%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
326 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 3.3/10 here, 9th of 12 months, against 8.5/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? July scores 5.2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Libreville in May?
- In May, Libreville averages 26°C, 326 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.3/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Libreville?
- May earns a 3.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Libreville in May?
- Expect about 326 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 89% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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