May weather forecastGandal, Senegal

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another extremely hot month in Gandal, 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

In Gandal, the peak temperatures are generally noted in May, averaging a high of 41.4°C (106.5°F) and a low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

May's average heat index is calculated to be a burning hot 53°C (127.4°F). Observe: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is on the horizon with prolonged exertion.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. 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 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. 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.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gandal, during May, the rain falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gandal, 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 49min.
On the first day of May in Gandal, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 19:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 19:32 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gandal, Senegal, are April through June, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 8 transforms into these recommendations:
Don't neglect protection; skin and eyes can be burned swiftly if left exposed. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

May stands out as Gandal's warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 41.4°C (106.5°F) and a low-temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

An average high-temperature, in May, in Gandal, is 41.4°C (106.5°F) and the average low-temperature is 21.2°C (70.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in May is calculated to be 53°C (127.4°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 41%.

In Gandal, in May, it is raining for 1.7 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation.

In May, the average day length is 12h and 49min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 19:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 19:32 GMT.

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

The average sunshine duration in May is 10h.

April through June, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Gandal.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Gandal, Senegal, is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

40.9°C

41.4°C

39.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

16km/h

15.1km/h

14.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

28.9

29.1

23.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

14%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in May
Gandal, 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
Gandal, 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
Gandal, 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
Gandal, 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
Gandal, 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
Gandal, 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
Gandal, 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
Gandal, 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
Gandal, 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
Gandal, 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
Gandal, 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).