May weather forecastSanam, Niger
May
Weather in May
The weather in May shows a stark contrast from previous months with maximum temperatures at a scorching 41.2°C (106.2°F). The city starts receiving seasoned rainfall of 8mm (0.31"), further affected by raised humidity levels at 22%. A set back in wind speed is observed, which no longer provide the much-needed respite from the grueling heat. The amount of sunshine experienced remains consistent, but the increased cloud coverage to 8% makes May the start of the cloudier half of the year. Despite these changes, Sanam displays a modest atmospheric pressure of 1007.5mb, keeping the weather conditions relatively stable.Temperature
The warmest temperatures occur during May, when averages reach a peak of 41.2°C (106.2°F) and a low of 29.6°C (85.3°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 22%.Rainfall
In Sanam, in May, during 3.3 rainfall days, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 49.7 rainfall days, and 183mm (7.2") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Sanam is 12h and 49min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 19:10 WAT.
Sunshine
February through June, October through December, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.UV index
May is the month with the highest UV index in Sanam, with an average maximum UV index of 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 9 during May leads to these advisories:
Act with urgency in protecting yourself. Without it, skin and eyes can be harmed in no time. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher should be applied generously and frequently reapplied even on cloudy days, especially after each swim or outdoor workout.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Sanam, Niger
- Average high temperature in May: 41.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (41.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.2°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 29.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (30.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°C).
Average pressure in May
Sanam, Niger
- Average pressure in May: 1007.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (1007.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Sanam, Niger
- Average wind speed in May: 12.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Sanam, Niger
- Average humidity in May: 22%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (48%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (11%).
Average rainfall in May
Sanam, Niger
- Average rainfall in May: 8mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (78mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March, November and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Sanam, Niger
- Average rainfall days in May: 3.3 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
Sanam, Niger
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Sanam, Niger
- Average sunshine days in May: 26 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Sanam, Niger
- 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 January and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Sanam, Niger
- Average cloud cover in May: 8
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 3).
Average visibility in May
Sanam, 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).
