May weather forecastKaguite, Senegal

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another torrid month in Kaguite, Senegal, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.2°C (99°F) and 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Temperature

The advent of May sees the average high-temperature at a still fiery hot 37.2°C (99°F), subtly shifted from April's 38.7°C (101.7°F). Despite a significant daily temperature range, Kaguite's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 23.5°C (74.3°F) in May.

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is computed to be a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Stay mindful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke could follow extended physical effort.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 51%.

Rainfall

In Kaguite, Senegal, in May, during 2.9 rainfall days, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.1 rainfall days, and 617mm (24.29") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:20. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:27 GMT.

Sunshine

March through May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in May translates into these instructions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.