May weather forecast
Danbangoye, Senegal

May, the last month of the spring in Danbangoye, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°C (91.9°F) and 21.1°C (70°F).

Temperature

May commences with an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.3°C (91.9°F), showing little deviation from April's 33.7°C (92.7°F). Danbangoye reports a significant contrast between daytime and nighttime temperatures, with an average low of 21.1°C (70°F) in May.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is appraised at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 57%.

Rainfall

In Danbangoye, in May, it is raining for 1.4 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation. In Danbangoye, during the entire year, the rain falls for 55.9 days and collects up to 220mm (8.66") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Danbangoye, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 19:33 GMT.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

January through November, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.