May weather forecastKoungheul, Senegal
May
Weather in May
May introduces a noticeable shift in Koungheul's weather from largely dry to significantly moister conditions. The city heats up even more compared to April but also comes with more cloud cover. The increased humidity and cloudiness partially offset the intense sunshine, thereby making afternoons warmer yet comfortable for inhabitants. During this bridge month, the city records a high temperature of 41.8°C (107.2°F), while rainfall levels rise to a perceptible 3mm (0.12").Temperature
Stepping into May, Koungheul records an average high-temperature of a still blisteringly hot 41.8°C (107.2°F), almost consistent with April. Koungheul records a marked divergence from the day's high temperatures, with nights in May averaging at a warm 24.4°C (75.9°F).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Koungheul is 32%.Rainfall
In Koungheul, Senegal, in May, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 3mm (0.12") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Koungheul, there are 87.2 rainfall days, and 344mm (13.54") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Koungheul, Senegal, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 47min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 19:15. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 19:23 GMT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Koungheul is 9.9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Koungheul, Senegal, are March through June and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 8 in May leads to these guidelines:
Prioritize protection; rapid damage can occur to unprotected eyes and skin. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Koungheul, Senegal
- Average high temperature in May: 41.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (42°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33.4°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 24.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.5°C).
Average pressure in May
Koungheul, Senegal
- Average pressure in May: 1009.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009.1mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Koungheul, Senegal
- Average wind speed in May: 10.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (7.7km/h).
Average humidity in May
Koungheul, Senegal
- Average humidity in May: 32%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (15%).
Average rainfall in May
Koungheul, Senegal
- Average rainfall in May: 3mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (128mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Koungheul, Senegal
- Average rainfall days in May: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.1 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Koungheul, Senegal
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 48min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Koungheul, Senegal
- Average sunshine days in May: 27.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Koungheul, Senegal
- Average UV index in May: 8
The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June and October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in May
Koungheul, Senegal
- Average cloud cover in May: 9
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in May
Koungheul, Senegal
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (9km).
