May weather forecastBagaya, Senegal

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bagaya, is also a sweltering month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.5°C (74.3°F) and 37.2°C (99°F).

Temperature

The transition into May is marked with an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 37.2°C (99°F), showing an insignificant shift from April's 38.7°C (101.7°F). In May, the temperature registers a significant dip to an average of 23.5°C (74.3°F) at night.

Heat index

In May, the heat index is estimated at a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

In Bagaya, the average relative humidity in May is 51%.

Rainfall

In Bagaya, during May, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of precipitation. In Bagaya, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.1 days and collects up to 617mm (24.29") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Bagaya is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of May in Bagaya, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:28 GMT.

Sunshine

March through May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Bagaya.

UV index

January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.