May weather forecastKidal, Mali
May
Weather in May
May brings about a test of endurance for Kidal residents as the city embraces its hottest month of the year. The thermal maximum during May ascends steeply to a scorching 41.8°C (107.2°F). This unnerving peak of heat has a profound impact on the local climate. The abrupt rise in humidity, coupled with the meager increment in rainfall, attests to the severity of weather experienced in May. Though scorching, the month proves to have perfect visibility conditions due to the continued high sunshine levels.Temperature
Kidal's shift into May sets the average high-temperature at a blistering 41.8°C (107.2°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from April's 39.3°C (102.7°F). Significant dips from daytime highs mark the May nights, with a consistent average temperature of 29.2°C (84.6°F).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 13%.Rainfall
March, May through October are months with rainfall. May is the first month it rains in Kidal, Mali. Throughout May, in the average 1.7 rainfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kidal, there are 24.7 rainfall days, and 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Kidal, Mali, is 13h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 18:27 GMT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine in Kidal are May and August, with an average of 12.2h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Kidal are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 9 in May transforms into this advice:
Refrain from exposing skin and eyes. Without protection, they can get damaged rapidly. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Despite the clouds, sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 should be used liberally and reapplied frequently, especially after a swim or outdoor workout.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Kidal, Mali
- Average high temperature in May: 41.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (42.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 29.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (31.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Kidal, Mali
- Average pressure in May: 1008.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.2mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Kidal, Mali
- Average wind speed in May: 14.3km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and December (16.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (12.5km/h).
Average humidity in May
Kidal, Mali
- Average humidity in May: 13%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (30%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (10%).
Average rainfall in May
Kidal, Mali
- Average rainfall in May: 2mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (19mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, April, November and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Kidal, Mali
- Average rainfall days in May: 1.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (8.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kidal, Mali
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 12h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are May and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Kidal, Mali
- Average sunshine days in May: 28.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (20.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Kidal, Mali
- Average UV index in May: 9
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Kidal, Mali
- Average cloud cover in May: 8
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in May
Kidal, 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).
