May weather forecast
Zantiebougou, Mali

The last month of the spring, May, is another very hot month in Zantiebougou, Mali, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.4°C (102.9°F) and min 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Temperature

The unfolding of May shows an average high-temperature of a torrid 39.4°C (102.9°F), indicating a slight variance from April's 40.7°C (105.3°F). A sharp divergence from daytime highs is noted in Zantiebougou, Mali, during the month of May, with the average nighttime temperature settling at a warm 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is estimated at a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Keep guard: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued activity increases the risk of heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 43%.

Rainfall

In Zantiebougou, in May, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 44mm (1.73") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Zantiebougou, there are 114.2 rainfall days, and 591mm (23.27") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Zantiebougou, Mali, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:49 GMT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 8 in May leads to these guidelines:
Always take safety measures. The skin and eyes are at risk if left exposed. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.