May weather forecast
Koundara, Guinea

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Weather in May

May represents the heart of the transition period in Koundara weather, with significant rainfall and high humidity. The atmospheric pressure, however, remains consistently steady. The cloud cover thickens, tingeing the abundant sunshine with shades of grey at times. With a dramatic increase to 15mm (0.59") rainfall, it illustrates a steep rise from previous months. This period showcases the most exquisite balance of sunny and wet days, an exemplar of tropical rainforest climate.

Temperature

The transition from April to May in Koundara brings an average high-temperature of a still blisteringly hot 40.9°C (105.6°F), barely different from April's 41.6°C (106.9°F). Koundara logs a considerable temperature decrease from the daytime highs during the nights in May, with an average reading of 26.9°C (80.4°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Koundara is 36%.

Rainfall

In Koundara, in May, during 7.3 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Koundara, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.7 days and collects up to 635mm (25") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Koundara, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 19:07. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 19:15 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 8 suggests this advice:
Always remain cautious. Unprotected skin and eyes are prone to swift harm. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Koundara in May?

In Koundara, 40.9°C (105.6°F) is the average high-temperature and 26.9°C (80.4°F) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Koundara?

The average relative humidity in May is 36%.

How many days does it rain in May in Koundara?

In May, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout May, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May in Koundara?

In Koundara, Guinea, the average day length in May is 12h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Koundara?

On the first day of May in Koundara, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 19:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 19:15 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Koundara have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Koundara, Guinea, is 9.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Koundara?

The months with the highest UV index are February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Koundara?

In Koundara, Guinea, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Koundara, Guinea

Average temperature in May - Koundara, Guinea
  • Average high temperature in May: 40.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (31.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 26.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.1°C).

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Average pressure in May
Koundara, Guinea

Average pressure in May - Koundara, Guinea
  • Average pressure in May: 1009.9mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1012.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Koundara, Guinea

Average wind speed in May - Koundara, Guinea
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Koundara, Guinea

Average humidity in May - Koundara, Guinea
  • Average humidity in May: 36%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (16%).

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Average rainfall in May
Koundara, Guinea

Average rainfall in May - Koundara, Guinea
  • Average rainfall in May: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (197mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Koundara, Guinea

Average rainfall days in May - Koundara, Guinea
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.2 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Koundara, Guinea

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Koundara, Guinea
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Koundara, Guinea

Average sunshine days in May - Koundara, Guinea
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Koundara, Guinea

Average UV index in May - Koundara, Guinea
  • Average UV index in May: 8

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April and May (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in May
Koundara, Guinea

Average cloud cover in May - Koundara, Guinea
  • Average cloud cover in May: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in May
Koundara, Guinea

Average visibility in May - Koundara, Guinea
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (8km).

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Koundara, Guinea

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