May weather forecastGhardaia, Algeria
May
Weather in May
By May, Ghardaia, Algeria is in the firm grip of summer with temperatures escalating further up to between 20.8°C (69.4°F) and 31.3°C (88.3°F). This obvious shift towards a blistering atmosphere makes a stark contrast to the less aggressive climate of April. This time, the sun juts out; almost without a shade of cloud to obstruct its rays. May plays host to a remarkably high sunshine duration laying bare the reality of an ardent Algerian summer. A diminishing rainfall at this time contributes to the overall aridity.Temperature
Ghardaia perceives a slight temperature ascent during May, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a warm 26.6°C (79.9°F) in April to a tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F). During the month of May, an average low-temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F) is recorded in Ghardaia, Algeria.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 24%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout May, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ghardaia, Algeria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 33.1 days and collects up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 19:26. On the last day of May, in Ghardaia, Algeria, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 19:47 CET.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Ghardaia is 12h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Ghardaia is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in May translates into this advice:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Ghardaia, Algeria
- Average high temperature in May: 31.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (40.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 20.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (29.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.7°C).
Average pressure in May
Ghardaia, Algeria
- Average pressure in May: 1012.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1011.9mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Ghardaia, Algeria
- Average wind speed in May: 17.1km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (12.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Ghardaia, Algeria
- Average humidity in May: 24%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (52%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (16%).
Average rainfall in May
Ghardaia, Algeria
- Average rainfall in May: 3mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and September (6mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, July and December (2mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Ghardaia, Algeria
- Average rainfall days in May: 2.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (4.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.4 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ghardaia, Algeria
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 12h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Ghardaia, Algeria
- Average sunshine days in May: 27.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (24 days).
Average UV index in May
Ghardaia, Algeria
- Average UV index in May: 7
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Ghardaia, Algeria
- Average cloud cover in May: 11
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 16).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in May
Ghardaia, Algeria
- 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).
