May weather forecast
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso

May

Weather in May

Kongoussi's weather begins to transition into the wet season in May, with rainfall increasing significantly to 11mm (0.43"). A noticeable hike in relative humidity to 27% gives Kongoussi a slightly humid ambiance. The highest recorded temperature for the month climbs to 41.2°C (106.2°F). Cloud coverage increases relative to previous months though it does not significantly inhibit sunlight hours. Despite these changes, May still retains the majority of its dry, warm weather characteristics.

Temperature

At the onset of May, Kongoussi records an average high-temperature of a still blistering 41.2°C (106.2°F), showing little deviation from the preceding month. Kongoussi, during the month of May, experiences an average low-temperature of 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 45min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:29 GMT.

Sunshine

In Kongoussi, 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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 9 suggests this advice:
Always prioritize safety measures. Rapid harm can befall unprotected skin and eyes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. A broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ should be liberally applied and re-applied every two hours, and immediately after an outdoor workout or a swim.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in May?
An average high-temperature, in May, in Kongoussi, is 41.2°C (106.2°F) and the average low-temperature is 29.4°C (84.9°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In Kongoussi, the average relative humidity in May is 27%.
How much does it rain in May?
In May, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout May, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Kongoussi have in May?
The average day length in May is 12h and 45min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:29 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Kongoussi have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 12h.
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 May, the average daily maximum UV index is 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average temperature in May
Kongoussi, 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 - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average pressure in May
Kongoussi, 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 - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average wind speed in May
Kongoussi, 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 - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average humidity in May
Kongoussi, 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 - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average rainfall in May
Kongoussi, 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 - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average rainfall days in May
Kongoussi, 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 - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kongoussi, 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 - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average sunshine days in May
Kongoussi, 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 - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average UV index in May
Kongoussi, 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 - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average cloud cover in May
Kongoussi, 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 - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average visibility in May
Kongoussi, 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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