May weather forecast
Kokou, Burkina Faso

May

Weather in May

May signifies a pivotal transition in the weather of Kokou, as it marks the commencement of the rainy season in Burkina Faso. The landscape begins to transform with a perceptible increase in rainfall, cloud cover and humidity. This slight change in weather pattern brings with it a welcome variation and respite to the otherwise relentless heat. Interestingly, May witnesses a progression in temperatures from 30.3°C (86.5°F) to 41.7°C (107.1°F). Under these May showers, the wind speed increases to an average of 13.9km/h (8.6mph), a refreshing alteration to the otherwise windless days.

Temperature

May, with its average high-temperature of 41.7°C (107.1°F) and an average low-temperature of 30.3°C (86.5°F), holds the record as the warmest month.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 24%.

Rainfall

In Kokou, during May, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 44.5 rainfall days, and 160mm (6.3") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:21 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are April and May, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine.

UV index

April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index in Kokou. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 9 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Always take precautions; unprotected eyes and skin can be damaged rapidly. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Sunscreen with a sun protection factor of no less than 30 should be used liberally and reapplied frequently on overcast days, including after every swim or outdoor activity.

Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months?
During the warmest month in Kokou, May, temperatures average a high of 41.7°C (107.1°F) and a low of 30.3°C (86.5°F).
How hot is it in May?
In Kokou, in May, the average high-temperature is 41.7°C (107.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 30.3°C (86.5°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In May, the average relative humidity is 24%.
How much does it rain in Kokou in May?
In Kokou, during May, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Kokou have in May?
The average day length in May is 12h and 44min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Kokou?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:21 GMT.
What are the months with the most sunshine in Kokou?
April and May, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration is 12.1h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 9.
What is the UV index intensity in May?
In Kokou, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May
Kokou, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in May: 41.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (41.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 30.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (30.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.9°C).

Average pressure in May
Kokou, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in May: 1007.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Kokou, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.9km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (15.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Kokou, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in May: 24%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (52%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (10%).

Average rainfall in May
Kokou, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in May: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (74mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Kokou, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kokou, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kokou, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in May: 28.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Kokou, 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
Kokou, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in May: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in May
Kokou, 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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