May weather forecastKamadou, Senegal
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Kamadou, is also a blistering month, with an average temperature varying between 41.4°C (106.5°F) and 21.2°C (70.2°F).Temperature
The warmest temperatures occur during May, when averages reach a peak of 41.4°C (106.5°F) and a low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).Heat index
The heat index value during May is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 53°C (127.4°F). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.
Humidity
In Kamadou, the average relative humidity in May is 41%.Rainfall
In Kamadou, during May, the rain falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Kamadou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 68 days and collects up to 285mm (11.22") of precipitation.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Kamadou is 12h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 19:20. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:29 GMT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine in Kamadou, Senegal, is May, with an average of 10h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are April through June, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 8 translates into the following recommendations:
Take all necessary measures. Eyes and skin are at risk if left unprotected. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Kamadou, 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
Kamadou, 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
Kamadou, 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
Kamadou, 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
Kamadou, 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
Kamadou, 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
Kamadou, 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
Kamadou, 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
Kamadou, 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
Kamadou, 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
Kamadou, 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).
