May weather forecastBankassouk, Senegal

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Bankassouk, Senegal, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.8°C (74.8°F) and an average high of 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in May, with averages reaching a high of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and a low of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is evaluated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Continuous exposure and activity could induce a sense of tiredness and subsequently, heat cramps.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.

Humidity

In Bankassouk, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

Rainfall

In Bankassouk, in May, during 3.4 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 96.1 rainfall days, and 600mm (23.62") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bankassouk, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:21. On the last day of May, in Bankassouk, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:29 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in May leads to these guidelines:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

May is the month when Bankassouk sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and a low of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Bankassouk, Senegal, during May are 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 23.8°C (74.8°F) respectively. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

In Bankassouk, Senegal, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

In May, in Bankassouk, Senegal, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout May, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

In May, the average day length in Bankassouk is 12h and 43min.

On the first day of May in Bankassouk, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:29 GMT.

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

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

The months with the highest UV index in Bankassouk, Senegal, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.

In Bankassouk, Senegal, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bankassouk, Senegal

  • Average high temperature in May: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (28.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 23.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (22.4°C).

Average pressure in May
Bankassouk, Senegal

  • Average pressure in May: 1011.4mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1012.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Bankassouk, Senegal

  • Average wind speed in May: 17.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (12.4km/h).

Average humidity in May
Bankassouk, Senegal

  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (43%).

Average rainfall in May
Bankassouk, Senegal

  • Average rainfall in May: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (238mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Bankassouk, Senegal

  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.3 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bankassouk, Senegal

  • 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 54min

The months with the most sunshine are March, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bankassouk, Senegal

  • Average sunshine days in May: 26.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Bankassouk, Senegal

  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in May
Bankassouk, Senegal

  • Average cloud cover in May: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in May
Bankassouk, Senegal

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (9km).