The weather in May in Niger
It's hot in May in Niger with an average temperature of 43°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 42°C to a high of 43°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 27°C and 30°C.
May isn’t a good month to be in Niger. The average temperature of 43°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a comfortable stay.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Niger. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 46°C in 2018, Niger reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 35°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 20°C to a highest value of 33°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 1 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Niger
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Niger. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Niger | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 43°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 43°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 27°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 1 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Niger with hot temps, averaging around 43°C during the day and nights around 29°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 43°C, with nights around 29°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Niger is around 43°C, while nighttime temps are about 30°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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The climate in Niger is based on weather data from Niamey. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Niger to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Niger. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Niger
Temperature in May in Niger over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Niger. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Niger
Total precipitation in May in Niger over the years
Daily UV index in May in Niger
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Niger, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Niger by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Niger. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.