5.9 /10
Fair

May is a fair month in Moanda

Climate Overview

Moanda, DR Congo in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 28.3°C (83°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day. Rain falls on about 10 days this month. Sea temperature reaches 27.3°C (81°F).

This month falls at the end of Autumn.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout May, with daily highs around 28°C (82°F).

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

The warmest days tend to fall around the 1th, averaging 29°C (84°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 1°C cooler with 8 fewer rainy days.

LIVE Current Weather Local Time
LIVE Air Quality

Monthly May Averages

Temperature
28°C / 25°C
Feels Like
33°C / 29°C
Rain
10 days · 50 mm
Sunshine
9.9h / day
Humidity
87% — Very Muggy
Wind
15 km/h
Wind Direction
SSW (204°)
Gusts
25 km/h
Daylight
11.8 h
Cloud Cover
65%
Clear Sky Days
0.1
UV Index
7.3 — Very High
Sea Temperature
27°C
Dew Point
24°C — Oppressive
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

36°C 33°C 30°C 27°C 24°C 21°C 18°C 151015202531
HighLow

Daily Precipitation

0 mm 2 mm 4 mm 6 mm 151015202531
Rainfall

Daily Sunshine

0h 3h 6h 9h 12h 151015202531
Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

0 5 10 15 20 25 151015202531
Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:13
Daylight 11.8h
Sunset 18:04

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 28°C (83°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration.

Rain usually comes in shorter passing showers rather than all-day rain.

Recent yearly records for May have stayed close to the long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Wet
Temp
29°C / 24°C
Feels Like
34°C / 29°C
Rain
20days (126 mm) Wet
Sun
9.3h Good
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
7.7 Very High
February
Wet
Temp
29°C / 25°C
Feels Like
36°C / 30°C
Rain
19days (130 mm) Wet
Sun
9h Good
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
8.1 Very High
March
Poor
Temp
30°C / 25°C
Feels Like
36°C / 30°C
Rain
17days (109 mm) Wet
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
8.2 Very High
April
Wet
Temp
29°C / 25°C
Feels Like
35°C / 30°C
Rain
18days (132 mm) Wet
Sun
8.7h Good
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
7.4 Very High
May
Fair
Temp
28°C / 25°C
Feels Like
33°C / 29°C
Rain
10days (50 mm) Wet
Sun
9.9h Good
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
7.3 Very High
June best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 22°C
Feels Like
30°C / 25°C
Rain
2days (6 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
6.8 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 21°C
Feels Like
28°C / 23°C
Rain
0days (3 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.3h Good
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
7.3 Very High
August best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 21°C
Feels Like
27°C / 23°C
Rain
1days (5 mm) Excellent
Sun
8.7h Good
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
7.7 Very High
September best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 22°C
Feels Like
29°C / 25°C
Rain
4days (12 mm) Good
Sun
8.9h Good
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
7.6 Very High
October
Good
Temp
27°C / 24°C
Feels Like
31°C / 27°C
Rain
12days (47 mm) Wet
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
7.6 Very High
November
Wet
Temp
28°C / 24°C
Feels Like
33°C / 29°C
Rain
22days (139 mm) Wet
Sun
9h Good
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
7.1 Very High
December
Wet
Temp
28°C / 24°C
Feels Like
34°C / 29°C
Rain
22days (183 mm) Wet
Sun
9.1h Good
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
7.3 Very High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 29°C / 24°C 34°C / 29°C 20days (126 mm) Wet 9.3h Good 86% Very Muggy 7.7 Very High Wet View Details
February 29°C / 25°C 36°C / 30°C 19days (130 mm) Wet 9h Good 86% Very Muggy 8.1 Very High Wet View Details
March 30°C / 25°C 36°C / 30°C 17days (109 mm) Wet 9.4h Good 85% Humid 8.2 Very High Poor View Details
April 29°C / 25°C 35°C / 30°C 18days (132 mm) Wet 8.7h Good 87% Very Muggy 7.4 Very High Wet View Details
May 28°C / 25°C 33°C / 29°C 10days (50 mm) Wet 9.9h Good 87% Very Muggy 7.3 Very High Fair View Details
June best 26°C / 22°C 30°C / 25°C 2days (6 mm) Excellent 9.6h Good 85% Humid 6.8 High Excellent View Details
July best 25°C / 21°C 28°C / 23°C 0days (3 mm) Excellent 9.3h Good 85% Humid 7.3 Very High Excellent View Details
August best 25°C / 21°C 27°C / 23°C 1days (5 mm) Excellent 8.7h Good 85% Humid 7.7 Very High Excellent View Details
September best 26°C / 22°C 29°C / 25°C 4days (12 mm) Good 8.9h Good 83% Humid 7.6 Very High Excellent View Details
October 27°C / 24°C 31°C / 27°C 12days (47 mm) Wet 9.2h Good 83% Humid 7.6 Very High Good View Details
November 28°C / 24°C 33°C / 29°C 22days (139 mm) Wet 9h Good 85% Humid 7.1 Very High Wet View Details
December 28°C / 24°C 34°C / 29°C 22days (183 mm) Wet 9.1h Good 87% Very Muggy 7.3 Very High Wet View Details

What to Wear

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

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

UmbrellaWaterproof jacketBreathable clothingSunscreen (SPF 30+)Sun hatSunglassesComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically fair for visiting Moanda, with average highs of 28°C (83°F) and around 10 rainy days. Moanda, DR Congo in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 28.3°C (83°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day
Moanda typically sees around 10 rainy days in May with 50 mm (2 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Nights stay pleasantly warm in Moanda during May, around 25°C (76°F). Light evening wear is sufficient.
With highs of 28°C (83°F) and lows of 25°C (76°F) in May, we recommend: Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
May is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Moanda. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Moanda during May is 7 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Moanda gets approximately 12 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 10 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Moanda during May based on 10-year climate averages.

Last updated: