May weather forecastDosso, Niger
May
Weather in May
The weather in May marks the beginning of a significant shift in Dosso, Niger's climate, paving the way for the rainy season. May sees an impressive increase in rainfall to 16mm (0.63"), accompanied by a relative humidity of 34%. While high temperatures continue to dominate the days, expect cooler nights compared to the scorching afternoons. As the month progresses, the seasonal shift becomes more prominent, with the sky gathering more clouds. Heading into June, the city will brace itself for the peak rainy season, with a promise of significant precipitation.Temperature
As Dosso steps into May, the average high-temperature is measured at a still blisteringly hot 41.3°C (106.3°F), displaying minor differences from April's 42.3°C (108.1°F). During May, the temperature is averaged to a low of 29.8°C (85.6°F) at night.Humidity
In Dosso, the average relative humidity in May is 34%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout May, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is accumulated. In Dosso, Niger, during the entire year, the rain falls for 58.1 days and collects up to 231mm (9.09") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Dosso is 12h and 44min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 19:10 WAT.
Sunshine
In Dosso, the average sunshine in May is 9.7h.UV index
In Dosso, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, an average UV index of 8 transforms into the following instructions:
Always be careful, as unprotected skin and eyes might burn in no time. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Dosso, Niger
- Average high temperature in May: 41.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (42.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (32.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 29.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°C).
Average pressure in May
Dosso, Niger
- Average pressure in May: 1007.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1006.8mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Dosso, Niger
- Average wind speed in May: 11.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.7km/h).
Average humidity in May
Dosso, Niger
- Average humidity in May: 34%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (13%).
Average rainfall in May
Dosso, Niger
- Average rainfall in May: 16mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (101mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, November and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Dosso, Niger
- Average rainfall days in May: 6.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dosso, Niger
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 42min
The months with the most sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dosso, Niger
- Average sunshine days in May: 23.1 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Dosso, Niger
- Average UV index in May: 8
The month with the highest UV index is April (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Dosso, Niger
- Average cloud cover in May: 14
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).
The months with the least cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 3).
Average visibility in May
Dosso, Niger
- 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).
