May weather forecastKoubone, Senegal

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Koubone, is also a fiery hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.5°C (74.3°F) and 37.2°C (99°F).

Temperature

Entering May, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still very hot 37.2°C (99°F), exhibiting a minimal shift from April's 38.7°C (101.7°F). In May, the temperature in Koubone, Senegal, sees a substantial plunge from daytime highs to a low average of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Stay on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Ongoing effort can cause heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. 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 of high significance for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Koubone is 51%.

Rainfall

In May, in Koubone, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout May, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.1 rainfall days, and 617mm (24.29") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:18. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:26 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 in Koubone. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. 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. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.