May weather forecast
Gourcy, Burkina Faso

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Weather in May

May brings about a significant transition as it marks the onset of the rainy season. On the temperature front, the lows nudge upwards, averaging 29.4°C (84.9°F), establishing a warmer night atmosphere. Average pressures dip to the minimum yearly level of 1008 millibars, drawing a link to the pronounced rainfall patterns. The average daylight remains generous, spanning 12.7 hours, providing a good duration for conducting outdoor activities with caution, owing to the maximum UV index of 9. An anticipated cloud cover contributes to a serene ambience, ideal for a comfortable evening.

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings an average high-temperature of a still blistering 41.2°C (106.2°F), barely different from April's 41.4°C (106.5°F). During May, Gourcy's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Gourcy is 27%.

Rainfall

In Gourcy, in May, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 11mm (0.43") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 59.9 rainfall days, and 221mm (8.7") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gourcy, Burkina Faso, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of May in Gourcy, Burkina Faso, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:32 GMT.

Sunshine

In Gourcy, the average sunshine in May is 12h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 9. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 9 leads to the following instructions:
Always safeguard yourself; without protection, skin and eyes can get damaged instantly. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Apply and frequently reapply a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen after every two hours, or immediately after a swim or outdoor exercise.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Gourcy in May?

The high-temperature in Gourcy during May is 41.2°C (106.2°F) and the low-temperature is 29.4°C (84.9°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Gourcy?

In Gourcy, the average relative humidity in May is 27%.

How many days does it rain in May in Gourcy?

In Gourcy, in May, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 11mm (0.43") of accumulated precipitation.

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

The average day length in May in Gourcy, Burkina Faso, is 12h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Gourcy?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:32 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gourcy have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Gourcy is 12h.

When is the highest UV index in Gourcy?

The months with the highest UV index in Gourcy, Burkina Faso, are April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 9.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Gourcy?

In Gourcy, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Gourcy, Burkina Faso

Average temperature in May - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in May: 41.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 29.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.3°C).

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Average pressure in May
Gourcy, Burkina Faso

Average pressure in May - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in May: 1008mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Gourcy, Burkina Faso

Average wind speed in May - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (15.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (9.9km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Gourcy, Burkina Faso

Average humidity in May - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in May: 27%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (12%).

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Average rainfall in May
Gourcy, Burkina Faso

Average rainfall in May - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in May: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (100mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Gourcy, Burkina Faso

Average rainfall days in May - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gourcy, Burkina Faso

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 4min

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: 12h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Gourcy, Burkina Faso

Average sunshine days in May - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in May: 26 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Gourcy, Burkina Faso

Average UV index in May - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • Average UV index in May: 9

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in May
Gourcy, Burkina Faso

Average cloud cover in May - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in May: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
The months with the least cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in May
Gourcy, Burkina Faso

Average visibility in May - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • 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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