May weather forecast
Bansang, The Gambia

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Weather in May

May arrives with a surge of wetness in Bansang, marking the beginning of what is to be a heavy rainy season. With this shift in weather pattern, the month of May witnesses the steepest increase in rainfall from 7mm (0.28") to 38mm (1.5"). With the sudden influx of rain, the humidity levels begin to shoot up, saturating the atmosphere considerably. This weather change arrives just ahead of the peak summer days. Though the weather gets cloudy, sunlight still prevails for an average of 12.8 hours daily, transforming this period into a blend of sunshine and rain.

Temperature

As May takes its course, Bansang's average high-temperature registers at a still extremely hot 41.8°C (107.2°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Significant variation from daytime temperatures marks May in Bansang, with the month recording a nightly average of 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 37%.

Rainfall

In Bansang, The Gambia, during May, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bansang, there are 107.8 rainfall days, and 540mm (21.26") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bansang, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:14. On the last day of May, in Bansang, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 19:22 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bansang are March through June, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 8 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Always be careful, as unprotected skin and eyes might burn in no time. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Bansang in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Bansang, is 41.8°C (107.2°F) and the average low-temperature is 24.4°C (75.9°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Bansang?

In Bansang, the average relative humidity in May is 37%.

How much does it rain in Bansang in May?

In Bansang, in May, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Bansang have in May?

In Bansang, The Gambia, the average day length in May is 12h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Bansang?

On the first day of May in Bansang, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 19:22 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bansang have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Bansang, The Gambia, is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Bansang?

March through June, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Bansang?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Bansang is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Bansang, The Gambia

Average temperature in May - Bansang, The Gambia
  • Average high temperature in May: 41.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (42.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (31.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 24.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.3°C).

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Average pressure in May
Bansang, The Gambia

Average pressure in May - Bansang, The Gambia
  • Average pressure in May: 1010.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Bansang, The Gambia

Average wind speed in May - Bansang, The Gambia
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.2km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Bansang, The Gambia

Average humidity in May - Bansang, The Gambia
  • Average humidity in May: 37%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (17%).

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Average rainfall in May
Bansang, The Gambia

Average rainfall in May - Bansang, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall in May: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (188mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Bansang, The Gambia

Average rainfall days in May - Bansang, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.1 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bansang, The Gambia

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bansang, The Gambia
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 5min

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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Bansang, The Gambia

Average sunshine days in May - Bansang, The Gambia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 25.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Bansang, The Gambia

Average UV index in May - Bansang, The Gambia
  • Average UV index in May: 8

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May and June (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in May
Bansang, The Gambia

Average cloud cover in May - Bansang, The Gambia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in May
Bansang, The Gambia

Average visibility in May - Bansang, The Gambia
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (7km).

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Bansang, The Gambia

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