May weather forecastSassandra, Ivory Coast

May

Weather in May

May marks the commencement of the rainy season in Sassandra with rainfall levels peaking at 235mm (9.25"), which is more than double the volume registered in April. The conditions during May prove particularly distinctive as the sea temperatures remain steady, unlike the terrestrial temperatures which experience a minor decrease. Although the increase in precipitation could dampen some outdoor plans, it also enhances the city's lushness making it a scenic spectacle to witness.

Temperature

The arrival of May marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a warm 29.8°C (85.6°F) from April's 30.9°C (87.6°F). During May, an average low-temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F) is observed.

Rainfall

In Sassandra, Ivory Coast, in May, 235mm (9.25") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sassandra, 1509mm (59.41") of rain is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The months with the warmest seawater are April and May, with an average sea temperature of 28.7°C (83.7°F).
Note: Surface water temperatures falling between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are regarded as prime and extremely agreeable for enduring periods during any water activity.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:33 GMT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Sassandra, Ivory Coast, is 5.9h.

Frequently asked questions

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and a low-temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Throughout May, in Sassandra, 235mm (9.25") of precipitation is accumulated.

April and May, with an average sea temperature of 28.7°C (83.7°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Sassandra.

In Sassandra, Ivory Coast, in May, the average water temperature is 28.7°C (83.7°F). For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

The average day length in May in Sassandra, Ivory Coast, is 12h and 21min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, in Sassandra, Ivory Coast, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:33 GMT.

In Sassandra, Ivory Coast, the average sunshine duration in May is 5.9h.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average sea temperature
Average sunshine

Average temperature in May
Sassandra, Ivory Coast

  • Average high temperature in May: 29.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (26.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 23.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (23.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June, August and September (22°C).

Average rainfall in May
Sassandra, Ivory Coast

  • Average rainfall in May: 235.1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (529.1mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (15.8mm).

Average sea temperature in May
Sassandra, Ivory Coast

  • Average sea temperature in May: 28.7°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are April and May (28.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (24.6°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sassandra, Ivory Coast

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 18min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 5h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).