May weather forecast
Gakoura, Mali

May

Weather in May

May in Gakoura is noticeably warmer than before, positioning us right at the threshold of the hot season. The city offers scorching afternoons and warm yet pleasant evenings to the residents and visitors. Subtly indicating the onset of the rainy season, the first notable rain of the year strikes this month with an accumulation of 6mm (0.24"). Moreover, the month brings an increase in cloud cover providing slight respite from the heat and sun. However, humidity levels also escalate, making the air feel slightly heavier.

Temperature

May is the warmest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 42.3°C (108.1°F) at the peak and 29.2°C (84.6°F) at the base.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 21%.

Rainfall

In Gakoura, during May, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of precipitation. In Gakoura, during the entire year, the rain falls for 64.9 days and collects up to 273mm (10.75") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Gakoura, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 19:05. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 19:13 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 9 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Prioritize protection; rapid damage can occur to unprotected eyes and skin. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. 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

What is the warmest month in Gakoura?
May is the month when Gakoura sees the average highest temperatures, with a high of 42.3°C (108.1°F) and a low of 29.2°C (84.6°F).
How hot does it get in May?
The average high-temperature, in May, in Gakoura, is 42.3°C (108.1°F), while the average low-temperature is 29.2°C (84.6°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In Gakoura, the average relative humidity in May is 21%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In Gakoura, during May, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Gakoura have in May?
In Gakoura, Mali, the average day length in May is 12h and 49min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 19:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 19:13 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Gakoura have in May?
In Gakoura, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.
What are the months with 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 reading in May?
In Gakoura, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
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Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Gakoura, Mali
Average temperature in May
Gakoura, Mali
  • Average high temperature in May: 42.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (42.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 29.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (30°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.9°C).

Average pressure in May - Gakoura, Mali
Average pressure in May
Gakoura, Mali
  • Average pressure in May: 1008.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Gakoura, Mali
Average wind speed in May
Gakoura, Mali
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in May - Gakoura, Mali
Average humidity in May
Gakoura, Mali
  • Average humidity in May: 21%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (70%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (14%).

Average rainfall in May - Gakoura, Mali
Average rainfall in May
Gakoura, Mali
  • Average rainfall in May: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (109mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Gakoura, Mali
Average rainfall days in May
Gakoura, Mali
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gakoura, Mali
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gakoura, Mali
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are March and April (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May - Gakoura, Mali
Average sunshine days in May
Gakoura, Mali
  • Average sunshine days in May: 26.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.6 days).

Average UV index in May - Gakoura, Mali
Average UV index in May
Gakoura, Mali
  • 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 - Gakoura, Mali
Average cloud cover in May
Gakoura, Mali
  • Average cloud cover in May: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in May - Gakoura, Mali
Average visibility in May
Gakoura, Mali
  • 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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