May weather forecast
Aleg, Mauritania

May

Weather in May

Aleg greets May with the highest temperature peak of the year at 41.8°C (107.2°F). These soaring temperatures are accompanied by increasing humidity levels, which combined, make the weather extremely exhausting. As May advances, sparse rainfall does very little to alleviate the intense heat. Coupled with an increase in daylight, this month experiences the longest sunshine duration of the year. Considering these factors, individuals should take proper precautions to deal with the May weather in Aleg, Mauritania.

Temperature

Stepping into May, Aleg records an average high-temperature of a blisteringly hot 41.8°C (107.2°F), almost consistent with April. In May, the recorded average low-temperature, of 25.7°C (78.3°F), exhibits a significant fall from the daytime highs.

Humidity

In Aleg, the average relative humidity in May is 21%.

Rainfall

In Aleg, in May, during 0.9 rainfall days, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Aleg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 28.4 days and collects up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Aleg, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 19:15. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:25 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

May is the month with the highest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 9. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 9 turns into the following recommendations:
Ensure you're always protected. Unprotected skin can get damaged in moments. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. One should apply and reapply liberally a broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ every two hours and immediately after a swim or an outdoor exercise.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in May?
In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41.8°C (107.2°F) and 25.7°C (78.3°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in May?
In May, the average relative humidity is 21%.
How much does it rain in May?
In Aleg, in May, during 0.9 rainfall days, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in May?
In Aleg, the average day length in May is 12h and 56min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Aleg?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 19:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:25 GMT.
What month has the most sunshine?
With an average of 10h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.
How many hours of sunshine does Aleg have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 10h.
When is the highest UV index in Aleg?
With an average maximum UV index of 9, May is the month with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in May?
In Aleg, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May - Aleg, Mauritania
Average temperature in May
Aleg, Mauritania
  • 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 (31.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 25.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (29.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.3°C).

Average pressure in May - Aleg, Mauritania
Average pressure in May
Aleg, Mauritania
  • Average pressure in May: 1009.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Aleg, Mauritania
Average wind speed in May
Aleg, Mauritania
  • Average wind speed in May: 18.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (19.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (15.2km/h).

Average humidity in May - Aleg, Mauritania
Average humidity in May
Aleg, Mauritania
  • Average humidity in May: 21%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (48%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (17%).

Average rainfall in May - Aleg, Mauritania
Average rainfall in May
Aleg, Mauritania
  • Average rainfall in May: 1mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and September (22mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Aleg, Mauritania
Average rainfall days in May
Aleg, Mauritania
  • Average rainfall days in May: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (8.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Aleg, Mauritania
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Aleg, Mauritania
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May - Aleg, Mauritania
Average sunshine days in May
Aleg, Mauritania
  • Average sunshine days in May: 29.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (19.5 days).

Average UV index in May - Aleg, Mauritania
Average UV index in May
Aleg, Mauritania
  • Average UV index in May: 9

The month with the highest UV index is May (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May - Aleg, Mauritania
Average cloud cover in May
Aleg, Mauritania
  • Average cloud cover in May: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in May - Aleg, Mauritania
Average visibility in May
Aleg, Mauritania
  • 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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