May weather forecast
Kankossa, Mauritania

May

Weather in May

May hits new highs in Kankossa, Mauritania, with the mercury rising to a grand 42.3°C (108.1°F), coupled with the humidity percentage clocking a modest increase. The steep rise from April’s temperature makes May stand out, with locals and tourists gearing up for the impending peak summer ahead. The UV index reaches an all-time high, indicating extremely strong sunshine. The wind pace eases slightly but visibility remains excellent, enticing many to explore the city and its surroundings. Despite the heat, the month witnesses negligible changes in rainfall patterns, with only a slight uptick recorded.

Temperature

The highest point of temperatures falls in May and June, when the average high-temperature ascends to 42.3°C (108.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 16%.

Rainfall

In Kankossa, in May, during 2.2 rainfall days, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kankossa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 39.7 days and collects up to 116mm (4.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kankossa, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 19:14 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

May and June, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 9 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Don't neglect protection; skin and eyes can be burned swiftly if left exposed. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Even when it's cloudy, ensure the generous application and frequent reapplication of a sunscreen with at least 30 SPF, particularly post swim or outdoor activity.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest?
Kankossa sees the average highest temperatures during the months of May and June, peaking at 42.3°C (108.1°F).
How hot is it in May?
The high-temperature, in May, in Kankossa, records 42.3°C (108.1°F), while the low-temperature is 28.5°C (83.3°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In May, the average relative humidity is 16%.
How many days does it rain in May in Kankossa?
In Kankossa, in May, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 3mm (0.12") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in May?
In May, the average day length is 12h and 53min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 19:14 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Kankossa have in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.
When is the highest UV index in Kankossa?
May and June, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index.
How high is the UV index in May?
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Kankossa is 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May - Kankossa, Mauritania
Average temperature in May
Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average high temperature in May: 42.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are May and June (42.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 28.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (30.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°C).

Average pressure in May - Kankossa, Mauritania
Average pressure in May
Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average pressure in May: 1008.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Kankossa, Mauritania
Average wind speed in May
Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11km/h).

Average humidity in May - Kankossa, Mauritania
Average humidity in May
Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average humidity in May: 16%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (44%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (14%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (63mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Kankossa, Mauritania
Average rainfall days in May
Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.1 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kankossa, Mauritania
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kankossa, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are April, June and October (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are August and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May - Kankossa, Mauritania
Average sunshine days in May
Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average sunshine days in May: 27.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (17.5 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are May and June (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May - Kankossa, Mauritania
Average cloud cover in May
Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average cloud cover in May: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in May - Kankossa, Mauritania
Average visibility in May
Kankossa, 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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