May weather forecast
Bolgatanga, Ghana

As May ushers in, ramped-up rainfall marks this month’s unique characteristic in Bolgatanga. Striking a contrast with April, May’s rain events intensify and culminate up to 56mm (2.2"), nurturing the thriving crops planted in the previous month. Despite these showers, the city's cultural life anchored in its handicraft industry remains unhindered. With the post-rain gray skies opening up to vibrant sunlight, May boasts abundant daylight, enabling the residents to maximize their daytime productivity. The month presents a harmonious balance between the robust rainfall and the resolute sunshine.

Temperature

May's weather in Bolgatanga, Ghana, displays an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 35.8°C (96.4°F), slightly varied from April's 37.6°C (99.7°F). Bolgatanga records an average nighttime low of 24.8°C (76.6°F) in May.

Rainfall

In Bolgatanga, in May, during 10 rainfall days, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 104 rainfall days, and 721mm (28.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bolgatanga, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:22 GMT.

Sunshine

In Bolgatanga, Ghana, the average sunshine in May is 8h.

UV index

February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 12 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Implement every essential safety step. Individuals with fair skin might receive burns in less than 5 minutes. 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. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher should be applied generously and frequently reapplied even on cloudy days, especially after each swim or outdoor workout.