Burkina Faso (Ouagadougou)
May
Weather in Burkina Faso for May 2025
Your guide to Burkina Faso weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Burkina Faso at the beginning of May is 40.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 40.1 °C by the end of May.
With an average of 5 rainy days, Burkina Faso experiences minimal rainfall in May.
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26
Dry days
5
Rainy days
0
Snow days
41°/28°
Temperatures
22 km/h
Avg max wind
36 %
Avg humidity
Burkina Faso in May average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  42° | 2  41° | 3  41° | 4 41° | |||
| 5  42° | 6 41° | 7 38° | 8 39° | 9 42° | 10  41° | 11 42° |
| 12  38° | 13 39° | 14 40° | 15 40° | 16 38° | 17 37° | 18 38° |
| 19 41° | 20 40° | 21 40° | 22 40° | 23 41° | 24 39° | 25 40° |
| 26 40° | 27 42° | 28 42° | 29 40° | 30 38° | 31 39° |
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May | Partly cloudy | 42° /29° | 0 mm | 10 | |
| 2 May | Cloudy | 41° /29° | 0 mm | 10 | |
| 3 May | Patchy rain possible | 41° /28° | 0.1 mm | 10 | |
| 4 May | Patchy rain possible | 41° /29° | 0.2 mm | 10 | |
| 5 May | Sunny | 42° /30° | 0.4 mm | 10 | |
| 6 May | Patchy rain possible | 41° /28° | 2.7 mm | 9 | |
| 7 May | Partly cloudy | 38° /28° | 1 mm | 9 | |
| 8 May | Patchy rain possible | 39° /28° | 1.5 mm | 9 | |
| 9 May | Cloudy | 42° /28° | 0 mm | 10 | |
| 10 May | Overcast | 41° /29° | 0 mm | 10 | |
| 11 May | Sunny | 42° /29° | 0.5 mm | 10 | |
| 12 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 38° /28° | 4.6 mm | 8 | |
| 13 May | Patchy rain possible | 39° /29° | 0.1 mm | 9 | |
| 14 May | Moderate rain at times | 40° /29° | 3.2 mm | 9 | |
| 15 May | Patchy rain possible | 40° /28° | 1.1 mm | 10 | |
| 16 May | Patchy rain possible | 38° /27° | 0.2 mm | 9 | |
| 17 May | Overcast | 37° /27° | 4.4 mm | 8 | |
| 18 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 38° /28° | 3 mm | 8 | |
| 19 May | Overcast | 41° /29° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 20 May | Partly cloudy | 40° /29° | 0 mm | 10 | |
| 21 May | Moderate rain at times | 40° /30° | 0.3 mm | 9 | |
| 22 May | Moderate rain at times | 40° /29° | 0.4 mm | 9 | |
| 23 May | Patchy rain possible | 41° /29° | 0.1 mm | 9 | |
| 24 May | Overcast | 39° /28° | 0.2 mm | 8 | |
| 25 May | Partly cloudy | 40° /29° | 0.5 mm | 10 | |
| 26 May | Partly cloudy | 40° /28° | 0.2 mm | 10 | |
| 27 May | Sunny | 42° /29° | 0.2 mm | 10 | |
| 28 May | Sunny | 42° /30° | 0.2 mm | 10 | |
| 29 May | Sunny | 40° /29° | 0.1 mm | 10 | |
| 30 May | Patchy rain possible | 38° /29° | 0.4 mm | 9 | |
| 31 May | Patchy rain possible | 39° /27° | 0.4 mm | 9 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Burkina Faso in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Burkina Faso forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Burkina Faso in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Burkina Faso during May?
With daytime temperatures soaring above 41° and not dropping much below 28° at night, May in Burkina Faso is quite hot. Staying hydrated and avoiding peak sun hours is advisable.
How much rainfall should be expected in Burkina Faso during May?
In May, Burkina Faso can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 49.6 mm across approximately 5 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.
What are the typical wind conditions in Burkina Faso during May?
The average wind speed in Burkina Faso during May is 22 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
What to pack to Burkina Faso in May?
As you prepare for your trip to Burkina Faso in May, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Burkina Faso, during May, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Lightweight Clothing: T-shirts, blouses, shorts, skirts
- Footwear
- Sandals/Flip-flops: Comfortable for warm climates
- Accessories
- Sunglasses: For sun protection
- Sun Hats: Wide-brimmed hats for sun protection in warm weather
- Personal Items
- Sunscreen: High SPF for sunny destinations
- Lip Balm with SPF: To protect against chapped lips
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