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May is a good month in Lobito

Climate Overview

Lobito, Angola in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 29.4°C (85°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day. Rain is rare, falling on about 0 days this month. Sea temperature reaches 27.4°C (81°F).

This month falls at the end of Autumn.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout May, with daily highs around 29°C (84°F).

Rainfall is heaviest during the first third of the month, while the middle tends to be drier.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 9th, averaging 30.3°C (87°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 0°C cooler with 6 fewer rainy days. Temperatures begin dropping heading into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
29°C / 23°C
Feels Like
34°C / 27°C
Rain
0 days · 4 mm
Sunshine
10.5h / day
Humidity
82% — Very Muggy
Wind
16 km/h
Wind Direction
WNW (288°)
Gusts
32 km/h
Daylight
11.5 h
Cloud Cover
39%
Clear Sky Days
7.7
UV Index
7.1 — Very High
Sea Temperature
27°C
Dew Point
23°C — Muggy
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

0h 3h 6h 9h 12h 151015202531
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Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:16
Daylight 11.5h
Sunset 17:49

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 29°C (85°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration.

Rain is uncommon in this month, so most days stay dry from morning through evening.

2 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Good
Temp
29°C / 24°C
Feels Like
34°C / 28°C
Rain
6days (38 mm) Good
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
8.7 Very High
February
Fair
Temp
30°C / 25°C
Feels Like
35°C / 29°C
Rain
6days (54 mm) Good
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
8.9 Very High
March
Poor
Temp
30°C / 25°C
Feels Like
35°C / 30°C
Rain
9days (75 mm) Wet
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
8.4 Very High
April
Poor
Temp
30°C / 25°C
Feels Like
36°C / 30°C
Rain
6days (41 mm) Good
Sun
10.4h Excellent
Humidity
84% Humid
UV
7.9 Very High
May
Good
Temp
29°C / 23°C
Feels Like
34°C / 27°C
Rain
0days (4 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
7.1 Very High
June best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 20°C
Feels Like
30°C / 23°C
Rain
0days (2 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
6.7 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 19°C
Feels Like
27°C / 21°C
Rain
0days (3 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
6.9 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 19°C
Feels Like
27°C / 21°C
Rain
0days (2 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
7.8 Very High
September best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 20°C
Feels Like
29°C / 22°C
Rain
0days (1 mm) Excellent
Sun
11.1h Excellent
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
8.6 Very High
October
Good
Temp
28°C / 22°C
Feels Like
32°C / 25°C
Rain
2days (6 mm) Excellent
Sun
11.3h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
9 Very High
November
Good
Temp
29°C / 24°C
Feels Like
33°C / 28°C
Rain
5days (34 mm) Good
Sun
10.8h Excellent
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
8.4 Very High
December
Good
Temp
29°C / 24°C
Feels Like
33°C / 28°C
Rain
6days (40 mm) Good
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
8.6 Very High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 29°C / 24°C 34°C / 28°C 6days (38 mm) Good 10.5h Excellent 78% Humid 8.7 Very High Good View Details
February 30°C / 25°C 35°C / 29°C 6days (54 mm) Good 10.2h Excellent 78% Humid 8.9 Very High Fair View Details
March 30°C / 25°C 35°C / 30°C 9days (75 mm) Wet 9.6h Good 82% Humid 8.4 Very High Poor View Details
April 30°C / 25°C 36°C / 30°C 6days (41 mm) Good 10.4h Excellent 84% Humid 7.9 Very High Poor View Details
May 29°C / 23°C 34°C / 27°C 0days (4 mm) Excellent 10.5h Excellent 82% Humid 7.1 Very High Good View Details
June best 27°C / 20°C 30°C / 23°C 0days (2 mm) Excellent 10.3h Excellent 82% Humid 6.7 High Excellent View Details
July best 25°C / 19°C 27°C / 21°C 0days (3 mm) Excellent 10.5h Excellent 83% Humid 6.9 High Excellent View Details
August best 25°C / 19°C 27°C / 21°C 0days (2 mm) Excellent 10.6h Excellent 81% Humid 7.8 Very High Excellent View Details
September best 26°C / 20°C 29°C / 22°C 0days (1 mm) Excellent 11.1h Excellent 79% Humid 8.6 Very High Excellent View Details
October 28°C / 22°C 32°C / 25°C 2days (6 mm) Excellent 11.3h Excellent 77% Humid 9 Very High Good View Details
November 29°C / 24°C 33°C / 28°C 5days (34 mm) Good 10.8h Excellent 79% Humid 8.4 Very High Good View Details
December 29°C / 24°C 33°C / 28°C 6days (40 mm) Good 10.7h Excellent 79% Humid 8.6 Very High Good View Details

What to Wear

Summer clothing like shorts, t-shirts, and sundresses will be comfortable. Bring a light cardigan for air-conditioned spaces.

Packing List

Breathable clothingSunscreen (SPF 30+)Sun hatSunglassesSandals

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically good for visiting Lobito, with average highs of 29°C (85°F) and around 0 rainy days. Lobito, Angola in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 29.4°C (85°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day.
Lobito typically sees around 0 rainy days in May with 4 mm (0.2 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Nights stay pleasantly warm in Lobito during May, around 23°C (74°F). Light evening wear is sufficient.
With highs of 29°C (85°F) and lows of 23°C (74°F) in May, we recommend: Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
May is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Lobito. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Lobito during May is 7 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Lobito gets approximately 12 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 11 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Lobito during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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