May weather forecastNéma, Mauritania
May
Weather in May
As May sets in, Néma witnesses the arrival of the peak summer season with an all-time high temperature of 41.5°C (106.7°F). The cloud cover decreases further, providing unhindered sunshine for most of the day. Although May marks the beginning of the summer's sweltering heat, it brings the promise of imminent relief. As the month progresses towards June, a slight increase in humidity points towards the upcoming rainy season.Temperature
May reports an average high-temperature of a blistering 41.5°C (106.7°F), slightly varied from April's 39.9°C (103.8°F). Néma, amidst the high May temperatures, experiences a substantial shift to an average nighttime low of 29°C (84.2°F).Humidity
In Néma, the average relative humidity in May is 16%.Rainfall
In Néma, in May, during 3.4 rainfall days, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Néma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 34.2 days and collects up to 126mm (4.96") of precipitation.Daylight
In Néma, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 55min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:58 GMT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 11.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May and June, with an average maximum UV index of 9. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 9 during May translates into the following directions:
Without constant care, eyes and skin might suffer damage in a short time. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Apply generously and frequently a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every two hours, or immediately after swimming or any outdoor exercise.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Néma, Mauritania
- Average high temperature in May: 41.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (41.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.4°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 29°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (30.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.1°C).
Average pressure in May
Néma, Mauritania
- Average pressure in May: 1008.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.2mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Néma, Mauritania
- Average wind speed in May: 14.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (19.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (13.2km/h).
Average humidity in May
Néma, Mauritania
- Average humidity in May: 16%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (44%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (12%).
Average rainfall in May
Néma, Mauritania
- Average rainfall in May: 9mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (60mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, November and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Néma, Mauritania
- Average rainfall days in May: 3.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.2 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Néma, Mauritania
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 54min
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: 11h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Néma, Mauritania
- Average sunshine days in May: 26.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (18.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Néma, 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
Néma, 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
Néma, 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).





