Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
In May, the average high-temperature is practically the same as in April - a moderately hot 23°C (73.4°F). In Dakar, the average low-temperature is 21.3°C (70.3°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 80%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 1.7 days. Throughout May, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated. In Dakar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 53.1 days and collects up to 235mm (9.25") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature in Dakar is 22.8°C (73°F).Note: For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 23°C (73.4°F) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 22.8°C (73°F).
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:26. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:35 GMT.
Sunshine
April and May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Dakar.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transform into the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Caution! The reflection of sand and water significantly increases the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
FAQ
What is the temperature in May in Dakar?
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What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Dakar?
What is the month with the most sunshine in Dakar?
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What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dakar?
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Average temperature in May
Dakar, Senegal
- Average high temperature in May: 23°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (29°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is April (22.2°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 21.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (20.2°C).
Average pressure in May
Dakar, Senegal
- Average pressure in May: 1011.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.3mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Dakar, Senegal
- Average wind speed in May: 22.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (27.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (15.2km/h).
Average humidity in May
Dakar, Senegal
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (59%).
Average rainfall in May
Dakar, Senegal
- Average rainfall in May: 3mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (88mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Dakar, Senegal
- Average rainfall days in May: 1.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and March (0.3 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Dakar, Senegal
- Average sea temperature in May: 22.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (28.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (19.9°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dakar, Senegal
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 49min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 59min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 16min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dakar, Senegal
- Average sunshine days in May: 28.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Dakar, Senegal
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Dakar, Senegal
- Average cloud cover in May: 8
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in May
Dakar, Senegal
- 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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