Kano State weather in May
May is one of the least pleasant months in Kano State: highs of 39°C (101°F) and about 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain on average. Nights average 24°C (75°F) and cloud cover 70% (NASA POWER, 2001–2025 averages). It is the 5th wettest month of the year and the 2nd warmest. Compared with April, it is cooler and wetter; June brings highs of 37°C (98°F) and 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain.
Figures are long-term averages for Kano, the largest city in Kano State. See below for other places.
Is May a good time to visit Kano State?
least pleasant month Weather score 48/100.
May is one of the least pleasant months for weather in Kano State. For better conditions, consider Nov–Feb.
Does it rain a lot in Kano State in May?
No, it is usually dry: about 48 mm (1.9 in) falls in an average May. It is the 5th wettest month of the year.
How warm is Kano State in May?
Days average 39°C (101°F) and nights 24°C (75°F).
Kano State weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Cloud | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C (86°F) | 12°C (53°F) | 0 mm | 24% | best |
| February | 34°C (93°F) | 15°C (58°F) | 0 mm | 30% | best |
| March | 37°C (99°F) | 19°C (65°F) | 8 mm | 54% | fair |
| April | 39°C (103°F) | 22°C (72°F) | 18 mm | 63% | least pleasant |
| May | 39°C (101°F) | 24°C (75°F) | 48 mm | 70% | least pleasant |
| June | 37°C (98°F) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm | 63% | least pleasant |
| July | 34°C (93°F) | 22°C (72°F) | 144 mm | 68% | least pleasant |
| August | 32°C (89°F) | 21°C (70°F) | 204 mm | 71% | least pleasant |
| September | 33°C (92°F) | 21°C (70°F) | 105 mm | 55% | fair |
| October | 35°C (95°F) | 19°C (67°F) | 23 mm | 42% | fair |
| November | 33°C (92°F) | 15°C (59°F) | 8 mm | 36% | best |
| December | 31°C (87°F) | 12°C (54°F) | 0 mm | 20% | best |
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis). Page updated . How we rate months
Weather across Kano State in May
Weather can differ a lot within Kano State: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.