May weather forecast
Kedougou, Senegal

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Weather in May

May in Kedougou marks the onset of the rainy season, making it a lush-green paradise for nature enthusiasts. The days continue to be brightened with glorious sunshine, despite an escalation in cloud cover. Pleasant breezes accompany the showers, making the rain more of a respite from summer's heat. Humidity, cloudiness, and rainfall begin to rise, encapsulating a more tropical feel. A significant shift in Kedougou's weather is visible in May, as rainfall levels take a massive leap from 2mm (0.08") in April to 15mm (0.59").

Temperature

May's weather in Kedougou displays an average high-temperature of a still blistering 40.9°C (105.6°F), slightly varied from April's 41.6°C (106.9°F). Kedougou registers a prominent dip from daytime highs, with an average of 26.9°C (80.4°F) during the nights of May.

Humidity

In Kedougou, the average relative humidity in May is 36%.

Rainfall

In Kedougou, in May, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 15mm (0.59") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kedougou, there are 115.7 rainfall days, and 635mm (25") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 19:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 19:10 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Kedougou. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 8 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Take extra precautions. Fair-skinned individuals may get burned in less than 10 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Kedougou in May?

In Kedougou, in May, the average high-temperature is 40.9°C (105.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 26.9°C (80.4°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Kedougou?

In Kedougou, the average relative humidity in May is 36%.

How much does it rain in Kedougou in May?

In May, in Kedougou, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout May, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May in Kedougou?

In May, the average day length in Kedougou, Senegal, is 12h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Kedougou?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 19:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 19:10 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kedougou have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Kedougou?

February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Kedougou, Senegal.

How high is the UV index in May in Kedougou?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Kedougou, Senegal

Average temperature in May - Kedougou, Senegal
  • Average high temperature in May: 40.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (31.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 26.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.1°C).

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Average pressure in May
Kedougou, Senegal

Average pressure in May - Kedougou, Senegal
  • Average pressure in May: 1009.9mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1012.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Kedougou, Senegal

Average wind speed in May - Kedougou, Senegal
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Kedougou, Senegal

Average humidity in May - Kedougou, Senegal
  • Average humidity in May: 36%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (16%).

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Average rainfall in May
Kedougou, Senegal

Average rainfall in May - Kedougou, Senegal
  • Average rainfall in May: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (197mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Kedougou, Senegal

Average rainfall days in May - Kedougou, Senegal
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.2 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kedougou, Senegal

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kedougou, Senegal
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Kedougou, Senegal

Average sunshine days in May - Kedougou, Senegal
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Kedougou, Senegal

Average UV index in May - Kedougou, Senegal
  • Average UV index in May: 8

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April and May (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in May
Kedougou, Senegal

Average cloud cover in May - Kedougou, Senegal
  • Average cloud cover in May: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in May
Kedougou, Senegal

Average visibility in May - Kedougou, Senegal
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (8km).

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