May weather forecast
Kankossa, Mauritania

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Weather in May

May hits new highs in Kankossa, Mauritania, with the mercury rising to a grand 42.3°C (108.1°F), coupled with the humidity percentage clocking a modest increase. The steep rise from April’s temperature makes May stand out, with locals and tourists gearing up for the impending peak summer ahead. The UV index reaches an all-time high, indicating extremely strong sunshine. The wind pace eases slightly but visibility remains excellent, enticing many to explore the city and its surroundings. Despite the heat, the month witnesses negligible changes in rainfall patterns, with only a slight uptick recorded.

Temperature

The warmest period in Kankossa is usually observed in May and June, with the average high-temperature peaking at 42.3°C (108.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Kankossa is 16%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 2.2 days. Throughout May, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kankossa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 39.7 days and collects up to 116mm (4.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Kankossa is 12h and 53min.
On the first day of May in Kankossa, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 19:14 GMT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Kankossa is 9.8h.

UV index

May and June, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index in Kankossa, Mauritania. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 9 transforms into the following instructions:
Act with urgency in protecting yourself. Without it, skin and eyes can be harmed in no time. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Despite the cloud cover, sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 should be generously applied and reapplied, particularly after a swim or an outdoor workout.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Kankossa?

May and June are the warmest months in Kankossa, with an average high-temperature of 42.3°C (108.1°F).

How hot is it in Kankossa in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Kankossa, Mauritania, during May are 42.3°C (108.1°F) and 28.5°C (83.3°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Kankossa?

The average relative humidity in May in Kankossa, Mauritania, is 16%.

How many days does it rain in May in Kankossa?

In Kankossa, during May, the rain falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May in Kankossa?

The average day length in May in Kankossa, Mauritania, is 12h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Kankossa?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of the month, in Kankossa, Mauritania, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 19:14 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Kankossa?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Kankossa, Mauritania, is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Kankossa?

May and June, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index in Kankossa.

How high is the UV index in May in Kankossa?

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

Average temperature in May
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average temperature in May - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average high temperature in May: 42.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are May and June (42.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 28.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (30.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°C).

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Average pressure in May
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average pressure in May - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average pressure in May: 1008.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average wind speed in May - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average humidity in May - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average humidity in May: 16%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (44%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (14%).

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Average rainfall in May
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average rainfall in May - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average rainfall in May: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (63mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, November and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average rainfall days in May - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.1 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are April, June and October (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are August and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average sunshine days in May - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average sunshine days in May: 27.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (17.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average UV index in May - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average UV index in May: 9

The months with the highest UV index are May and June (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in May
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average cloud cover in May - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average cloud cover in May: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in May
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average visibility in May - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • 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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