May weather forecast
Gourcy, Burkina Faso

May

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

Gourcy marks the onset of May with an average high-temperature of a still extremely hot 41.2°C (106.2°F), subtly divergent from April's 41.4°C (106.5°F). In Gourcy, May's nights observe an average temperature dip to a moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout May, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is accumulated. In Gourcy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 59.9 days and collects up to 221mm (8.7") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of May, 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

The average sunshine in May is 12h.

UV index

April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 9 during May morphs into the following directions:
Ensure you're protected; unprotected eyes and skin can get hurt in moments. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Use liberally and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 every two hours and right after outdoor activities or a swim.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in May?
The average high-temperature, in May, in Gourcy, is 41.2°C (106.2°F), while the average low-temperature is 29.4°C (84.9°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
The average relative humidity in May is 27%.
How much does it rain in May?
In Gourcy, in May, during 3.8 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in May?
The average day length in May is 12h and 44min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
On the first day of May, 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 long on average sun shines in May?
In Gourcy, the average sunshine duration in May is 12h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index in Gourcy.
What is the UV index intensity in May?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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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).

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).

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).

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%).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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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