May weather forecastKolda, Senegal
May
Weather in May
May marks the real commencement of the rainy season in Kolda, with significant rainfall recorded at 7mm (0.28"). Although rains dampen the city's usual sunny vibe, temperatures remain consistent, signaling to an increased humidity level. The once clear skies start turning cloudier, yet the city's beauty remains unaltered, often enhanced by the monsoon freshness.Temperature
The transition into May shows a subtle variation to a still blistering 41.8°C (107.2°F) from April's 42.2°C (108°F) in the average high-temperature. Kolda endures a clear shift from daytime heat to a mean low-temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F) during May nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 37%.Rainfall
In Kolda, Senegal, in May, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation. In Kolda, Senegal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.8 days and collects up to 540mm (21.26") of precipitation.Daylight
In Kolda, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 44min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:14. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 19:22 GMT.
Sunshine
In Kolda, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Kolda are March through June, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 8 during May morphs into the following directions:
Without constant care, eyes and skin might suffer damage in a short time. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Kolda, Senegal
- Average high temperature in May: 41.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (42.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (31.6°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 24.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Kolda, Senegal
- Average pressure in May: 1010.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009.2mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Kolda, Senegal
- Average wind speed in May: 8.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.2km/h).
Average humidity in May
Kolda, Senegal
- Average humidity in May: 37%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (17%).
Average rainfall in May
Kolda, Senegal
- Average rainfall in May: 7mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (188mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Kolda, Senegal
- Average rainfall days in May: 3.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.1 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kolda, Senegal
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 42min
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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Kolda, Senegal
- Average sunshine days in May: 25.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Kolda, Senegal
- Average UV index in May: 8
The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May and June (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Kolda, Senegal
- Average cloud cover in May: 11
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in May
Kolda, Senegal
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (7km).
