May weather forecast
Choum, Mauritania

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Weather in May

May marks the inception of summer in Choum. Starting from the month of May, a very minor degree of rainfall starts to appear. Interestingly, this also brings about a subtle shift in wind patterns. The generous sunlight hours sustain, allowing for engaging days. The characteristic trend of this month is the recorded high temperature of 38.3°C (100.9°F), introducing the Mauritanian summer and making it the hottest month up until this point.

Temperature

Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature in Choum during May adjusts from April's fiery hot 35.1°C (95.2°F) to a still very hot 38.3°C (100.9°F). In May, the temperature registers a significant dip to an average of 25.3°C (77.5°F) at night.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 17%, May is the least humid month.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall are May through December. May is the first month it rains in Choum, Mauritania. Throughout May, in the average 1.8 rainfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Choum, there are 25.2 rainfall days, and 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Choum is 13h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 19:30 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are May, July and August, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

In Choum, Mauritania, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During May, 8 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Act with caution. Neglecting protection can lead to skin and eye damage in moments. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Choum in May?

In Choum, in May, the average high-temperature is 38.3°C (100.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.3°C (77.5°F).

What is the least humid month in Choum?

With an average relative humidity of 17%, May is the least humid month in Choum, Mauritania.

What is the average humidity in May in Choum?

In Choum, Mauritania, the average relative humidity in May is 17%.

When does it start to rain in Choum?

May is the first month it rains. Throughout May, in the average 1.8 rainfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Choum have in May?

The average day length in May in Choum is 13h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Choum?

On the first day of May in Choum, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 19:30 GMT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Choum?

The months with the most sunshine in Choum are May, July and August, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Choum have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Choum?

In Choum, Mauritania, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Choum, Mauritania

Average temperature in May - Choum, Mauritania
  • Average high temperature in May: 38.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (41.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 25.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (29.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.3°C).

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Average pressure in May
Choum, Mauritania

Average pressure in May - Choum, Mauritania
  • Average pressure in May: 1010.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1009.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Choum, Mauritania

Average wind speed in May - Choum, Mauritania
  • Average wind speed in May: 15.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (14.3km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Choum, Mauritania

Average humidity in May - Choum, Mauritania
  • Average humidity in May: 17%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (27%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (17%).

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Average rainfall in May
Choum, Mauritania

Average rainfall in May - Choum, Mauritania
  • Average rainfall in May: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (11mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and April (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Choum, Mauritania

Average rainfall days in May - Choum, Mauritania
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (6.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.1 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Choum, Mauritania

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Choum, Mauritania
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are May, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Choum, Mauritania

Average sunshine days in May - Choum, Mauritania
  • Average sunshine days in May: 28.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (22.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Choum, Mauritania

Average UV index in May - Choum, Mauritania
  • Average UV index in May: 8

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in May
Choum, Mauritania

Average cloud cover in May - Choum, Mauritania
  • Average cloud cover in May: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in May
Choum, Mauritania

Average visibility in May - Choum, 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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