May weather forecast
Kokou, Burkina Faso

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Weather in May

May signifies a pivotal transition in the weather of Kokou, as it marks the commencement of the rainy season in Burkina Faso. The landscape begins to transform with a perceptible increase in rainfall, cloud cover and humidity. This slight change in weather pattern brings with it a welcome variation and respite to the otherwise relentless heat. Interestingly, May witnesses a progression in temperatures from 30.3°C (86.5°F) to 41.7°C (107.1°F). Under these May showers, the wind speed increases to an average of 13.9km/h (8.6mph), a refreshing alteration to the otherwise windless days.

Temperature

The month of May, characterized by an average high of 41.7°C (107.1°F) and a low of 30.3°C (86.5°F), is recognized as the warmest in Kokou.

Humidity

In Kokou, the average relative humidity in May is 24%.

Rainfall

In Kokou, in May, it is raining for 2.7 days, with typically 4mm (0.16") of accumulated precipitation. In Kokou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 44.5 days and collects up to 160mm (6.3") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kokou, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:21 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Kokou are April and May, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 9 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Being unprotected puts skin and eyes at risk of rapid damage. Always be safe. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. After a swim or an outdoor workout, generously apply and reapply a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Kokou?

Kokou, Burkina Faso, records the warmest temperatures in May, averaging a high of 41.7°C (107.1°F) and a low of 30.3°C (86.5°F).

How hot does it get in Kokou in May?

In Kokou, in May, the average high-temperature is 41.7°C (107.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 30.3°C (86.5°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Kokou?

In May, the average relative humidity is 24%.

How many days does it rain in May in Kokou?

In Kokou, Burkina Faso, in May, during 2.7 rainfall days, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Kokou have in May?

In May, the average day length in Kokou, Burkina Faso, is 12h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Kokou?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:21 GMT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Kokou?

The months with the most sunshine in Kokou are April and May, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Kokou have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Kokou, Burkina Faso, is 12.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Kokou?

April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index in Kokou, Burkina Faso.

How high is the UV index in May in Kokou?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Kokou is 9. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Kokou, Burkina Faso

Average temperature in May - Kokou, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in May: 41.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (41.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 30.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (30.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.9°C).

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Average pressure in May
Kokou, Burkina Faso

Average pressure in May - Kokou, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in May: 1007.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Kokou, Burkina Faso

Average wind speed in May - Kokou, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.9km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (15.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11.1km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Kokou, Burkina Faso

Average humidity in May - Kokou, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in May: 24%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (52%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (10%).

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Average rainfall in May
Kokou, Burkina Faso

Average rainfall in May - Kokou, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in May: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (74mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, November and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Kokou, Burkina Faso

Average rainfall days in May - Kokou, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kokou, Burkina Faso

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kokou, Burkina Faso
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 12h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Kokou, Burkina Faso

Average sunshine days in May - Kokou, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in May: 28.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Kokou, Burkina Faso

Average UV index in May - Kokou, Burkina Faso
  • Average UV index in May: 9

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in May
Kokou, Burkina Faso

Average cloud cover in May - Kokou, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in May: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in May
Kokou, Burkina Faso

Average visibility in May - Kokou, Burkina Faso
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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