May weather forecastDinguiraye, Senegal
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is also a scorching month in Dinguiraye, Senegal, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.4°C (106.5°F) and an average low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).Temperature
Dinguiraye's May weather, with an average high temperature of 41.4°C (106.5°F) and an average low temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F), tends to be the warmest of the year.Heat index
For May, the heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 53°C (127.4°F). Stay vigilant: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may follow prolonged exertion.Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 41%.Rainfall
In May, in Dinguiraye, 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
The average length of the day in May is 12h and 50min.On the first day of May in Dinguiraye, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 19:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 19:32 GMT.
Sunshine
May has the most sunshine of the year in Dinguiraye, Senegal, with an average of 10h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Dinguiraye are April through June, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 8 in May interprets into the following advice:
Always safeguard yourself; without protection, skin and eyes can get damaged instantly. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Dinguiraye, Senegal
- Average high temperature in May: 41.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (41.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (34°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 21.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Dinguiraye, Senegal
- Average pressure in May: 1010.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.2mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Dinguiraye, Senegal
- Average wind speed in May: 13.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.5km/h).
Average humidity in May
Dinguiraye, Senegal
- Average humidity in May: 41%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (18%).
Average rainfall in May
Dinguiraye, Senegal
- Average rainfall in May: 1mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (121mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Dinguiraye, Senegal
- Average rainfall days in May: 1.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.1 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dinguiraye, Senegal
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dinguiraye, Senegal
- Average sunshine days in May: 29.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10 days).
Average UV index in May
Dinguiraye, Senegal
- Average UV index in May: 8
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, September and October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, July, August, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in May
Dinguiraye, Senegal
- Average cloud cover in May: 8
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in May
Dinguiraye, 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).
