Weather in May
May brings with it a notable increase in sea temperatures, accompanying the extended daylight hours in
Joal-Fadiouth. With the sea gaining warmth to attain 22.8°C (73°F), it ushers in a perfect opportunity for beach activities. May sets the stage for the hotter months, with temperatures continuing to rise, making it a threshold to the heat of the coming months.
Sea temperature
In Joal-Fadiouth, the average seawater temperature in May is 22.8°C (73°F).
Note: Factor in your tolerance to cold, the sunshine, the wind, and the air's warmth, and a swim in 22.8°C (73°F) might be tempting. It is interesting to note that Olympians compete in 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F) water temperatures.
Daylight
In Joal-Fadiouth, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 47min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:32 GMT.
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