Bissau weather in May

May in Bissau: sweltering, dry — a good time to visit.

#6 of 12 months in Bissau · #488 of 604 destinations to visit in May · comfort 67/100 (tier C)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

Bissau climate normals — May

Daytime high35°C / 94°F🔥 sweltering
Nighttime low25°C / 76°F
Feels like (high)37°C / 99°F
Rainfall3 mm / 0.1 in☀️ dry
Rainy days1 days
Humidity65%💧 humid
Dew point21°C / 69°F
Sunshine11.6 h/day
Daylight12.7 h
Wind18 km/h / 11 mph
Air quality (US AQI)76🙂 moderate

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Bissau in May — FAQ

Is May a good time to visit Bissau?
May in Bissau: sweltering, dry — a good time to visit. It ranks #6 of 12 months for Bissau on SeasonMap's comfort score (67/100).
What is the weather like in Bissau in May?
In May, Bissau averages a daily high of 34.6°C and a low of 24.5°C, with about 3.1 mm of rain over roughly 0.6 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Bissau in May?
Bissau has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 76 in May.

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