May weather forecast
Banane, Senegal

The last month of the spring, May, is another extremely hot month in Banane, Senegal, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.2°C (70.2°F) and max 41.4°C (106.5°F).

Temperature

May is the warmest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 41.4°C (106.5°F) and an average low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is calculated to be a burning hot 53°C (127.4°F). Beware: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are on the cards. Heatstroke could result from sustained physical activity.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In Banane, the average relative humidity in May is 41%.

Rainfall

In May, in Banane, the rain falls for 1.7 days. Throughout May, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 68 rainfall days, and 285mm (11.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Banane is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:19. On the last day of May, in Banane, Senegal, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 19:28 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Banane is May, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are April through June, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 8 suggests these recommendations:
Always take safety measures. The skin and eyes are at risk if left exposed. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.