May weather forecast
Nouna, Burkina Faso

May

Weather in May

Nouna, in the month of May, commences its transformation into a humid haven with the highest average visibility throughout the year. As rainfall begins to increase, hitting 6mm (0.24"), the drying heat of the previous months starts to fade. The gradually increasing cloud cover works in tandem with the precipitation to moderate the prevailing high temperatures. Despite the climatic shift, the city retains a healthy dose of sunshine, ensuring the weather remains pleasantly warm. As May unfolds, it serves as a precursor to the upcoming wet season, setting the stage for June.

Temperature

Nouna indicates an average high-temperature of a still blisteringly hot 41.3°C (106.3°F) in May, showing minor variation from April's 41.5°C (106.7°F). May's average low-temperature reading settles at a warm 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 28%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout May, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Nouna, there are 66.1 rainfall days, and 257mm (10.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:37 GMT.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 9 in May translates into the following instructions:
Never be careless. Unprotected skin and eyes can be harmed swiftly. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Frequent application of a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen is crucial, reapply it every two hours or immediately post swimming or outdoor exercise.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in May?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Nouna during May are 41.3°C (106.3°F) and 29.4°C (84.9°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in May?
In Nouna, the average relative humidity in May is 28%.
How much does it rain in May?
In May, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout May, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Nouna have in May?
In May, the average day length in Nouna is 12h and 43min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:37 GMT.
What month has the most sunshine?
With an average of 12.1h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.
How many hours of sunshine does Nouna have in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration is 12.1h.
When is the highest UV index?
April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in May?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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Average temperature in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
Average temperature in May
Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in May: 41.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 29.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.9°C).

Average pressure in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
Average pressure in May
Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in May: 1008.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
Average wind speed in May
Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.3km/h).

Average humidity in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
Average humidity in May
Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in May: 28%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (65%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (13%).

Average rainfall in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
Average rainfall in May
Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in May: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (122mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
Average rainfall days in May
Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Nouna, 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 month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
Average sunshine days in May
Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in May: 25.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.6 days).

Average UV index in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
Average UV index in May
Nouna, 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 - Nouna, Burkina Faso
Average cloud cover in May
Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in May: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are February, November and December (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
Average visibility in May
Nouna, 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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