May weather forecast
Sanga, Mali

In May, the Sanga weather changes its course and transitions fully into the rainy season. Despite indicating the highest low-temperature average of 27°C (80.6°F), the month witnesses a slight dip in the heat when compared to April. However, the most noteworthy change is the increased intensity of rainfall culminating in a substantial 19mm (0.75"). The rain showers and the increased cloud cover provide some relief from the blazing heat, but the high UV index persists, justifying the need for continued sun protection.

Temperature

April and May are identified as the warmest months in Sanga, with an average high-temperature of 40°C (104°F).

Rainfall

In Sanga, during May, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of precipitation. In Sanga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 48 days and collects up to 505mm (19.88") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Sanga, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:46 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January through March, May, October through December, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 12 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Adopt every vital precaution, unprotected skin and eyes may burn rapidly. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. A broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ should be liberally applied and re-applied every two hours, and immediately after an outdoor workout or a swim.