Libreville · SpringMonth summary
Libreville weather in May
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
23°C – 30°C
🌧 Rainy days
91% of days
☀️ Sunshine
8.4h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.1/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (7.6/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Libreville in May?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Libreville in May is possible but July offers a score of 7.6/10 vs 6.1.
By trip type
Libreville in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Libreville. Temperatures rise (30°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 91% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (7.6/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌧️ January | 23°C | 30°C | 95% | 10.6 | 9.2h | 6.1/10 |
| 🌧️ February | 23°C | 30°C | 93% | 11.4 | 9.0h | 6.2/10 |
| 🌧️ March | 23°C | 30°C | 92% | 11.4 | 8.3h | 6.0/10 |
| 🌧️ April | 23°C | 30°C | 93% | 11.2 | 8.4h | 6.0/10 |
| 🌧️ May | 23°C | 30°C | 91% | 10.8 | 8.4h | 6.1/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 22°C | 28°C | 58% | 3.3 | 7.9h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 21°C | 27°C | 32% | 0.9 | 6.7h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 21°C | 28°C | 42% | 2.1 | 7.1h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 22°C | 28°C | 84% | 6.1 | 7.5h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 22°C | 29°C | 99% | 15.0 | 7.6h | 5.7/10 |
| 🌧️ November | 22°C | 29°C | 99% | 19.1 | 7.1h | 5.6/10 |
| 🌧️ December | 22°C | 29°C | 98% | 14.5 | 8.6h | 6.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Libreville averages 30°C, 91% rainy days and 8.4h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.1/10.
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Comparison
May vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 7.6/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -3°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -59%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -1.7h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Libreville in May
Is May a good time to visit Libreville?
May is an acceptable time for Libreville (score 6.1/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider July (7.6/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Libreville in May?
Yes, 91% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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