May weather forecast
Ngor, Senegal

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Ngor, Senegal, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.3°C (91.9°F) and an average low of 21.1°C (70°F).

Temperature

The transition into May shows a subtle variation to a still hot 33.3°C (91.9°F) from April's 33.7°C (92.7°F) in the average high-temperature. Ngor registers a substantial downturn from daytime peaks throughout May nights, with an average low-temperature of 21.1°C (70°F).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 57%.

Rainfall

In Ngor, in May, it is raining for 1.4 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ngor, there are 55.1 rainfall days, and 205mm (8.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:27. On the last day of May, in Ngor, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:36 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Ngor.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.