May weather forecast
Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso

May

Weather in May

May, in Ouahigouya, is a season of changes with rising humidity levels from 27%, vis-à-vis the previous month. The environment starts to transform from a relatively dry to a more humid climate, preparing for the impending rainy season. The rise in cloudiness contributes to a reduction in the previously prevalent extreme heat. The increasing wind speed to an average of 12.2km/h (7.6mph) serves as a welcome relief from the heat and augments the changing weather. May's hallmark is its fluctuating weather conditions, evolving from heat towards humidity.

Temperature

Ouahigouya marks the arrival of May with an average high-temperature of a still blisteringly hot 41.2°C (106.2°F), hardly different from April's 41.4°C (106.5°F). The month of May records an average low-temperature of 29.4°C (84.9°F) in Ouahigouya.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 27%.

Rainfall

In Ouahigouya, in May, during 3.8 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ouahigouya, 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 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:33 GMT.

Sunshine

In Ouahigouya, 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 estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 9 translates into these guidelines:
Always be cautious. Skin and eyes can be affected swiftly without protection. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Even if the day is cloudy, sunscreen with SPF of at least 30 should be applied generously and reapplied often, particularly after swimming or outdoor exercise.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in May?
May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.2°C (106.2°F) and a low-temperature of 29.4°C (84.9°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In May, the average relative humidity is 27%.
How much does it rain in May?
In Ouahigouya, 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 46min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:33 GMT.
How long on average sun shines in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 12h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index in Ouahigouya are April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 9.
How high is the UV index in May?
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso, 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
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
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Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
Average temperature in May
Ouahigouya, 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 - Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
Average pressure in May
Ouahigouya, 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 - Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
Average wind speed in May
Ouahigouya, 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 - Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
Average humidity in May
Ouahigouya, 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 - Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
Average rainfall in May
Ouahigouya, 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 - Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
Average rainfall days in May
Ouahigouya, 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 - Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 5min

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 18min).

  • 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 - Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
Average sunshine days in May
Ouahigouya, 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 - Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
Average UV index in May
Ouahigouya, 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 - Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
Average cloud cover in May
Ouahigouya, 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 - Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
Average visibility in May
Ouahigouya, 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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