May weather forecast
Sanam, Niger

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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

With its high average temperature of 41.2°C (106.2°F) and a low of 29.6°C (85.3°F), May is regarded as the warmest month in Sanam.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 22%.

Rainfall

In Sanam, Niger, during May, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of precipitation. In Sanam, Niger, during the entire year, the rain falls for 49.7 days and collects up to 183mm (7.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Sanam is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of May, in Sanam, 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 in Sanam.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 9, May is the month with the highest UV index in Sanam. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 9 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Prioritize protection; rapid damage can occur to unprotected eyes and skin. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. A sunscreen boasting a minimum SPF of 30 should be generously applied and reapplied even on cloudy days, post swim or outdoor exercise.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months in Sanam?

Sanam's temperatures peak on average in May, reaching 41.2°C (106.2°F) at their highest and 29.6°C (85.3°F) at their lowest.

How hot does it get in Sanam in May?

During May, Sanam experiences an average high-temperature of 41.2°C (106.2°F) and a low-temperature of 29.6°C (85.3°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Sanam?

In Sanam, Niger, the average relative humidity in May is 22%.

How much does it rain in Sanam in May?

In Sanam, Niger, in May, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 8mm (0.31") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May in Sanam?

In May, the average day length in Sanam, Niger, is 12h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Sanam?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of the month, in Sanam, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 19:10 WAT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Sanam?

The months with the most sunshine in Sanam, Niger, are February through June, October through December, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sanam have in May?

In Sanam, Niger, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Sanam?

The month with the highest UV index in Sanam is May, with an average maximum UV index of 9.

What is the UV index reading in May in Sanam?

In Sanam, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Sanam, Niger

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).

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Average pressure in May
Sanam, Niger

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).

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Average wind speed in May
Sanam, Niger

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).

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Average humidity in May
Sanam, Niger

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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sanam, Niger

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).

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Average rainfall days in May
Sanam, Niger

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).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sanam, Niger

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sanam, Niger
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 5min

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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sanam, Niger

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).

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Average UV index in May
Sanam, Niger

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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Sanam, Niger

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).

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Average visibility in May
Sanam, Niger

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).

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