May weather forecastNiayene, Senegal

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a scorching month in Niayene, Senegal, with an average temperature varying between 21.2°C (70.2°F) and 41.4°C (106.5°F).

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 41.4°C (106.5°F) and a low of 21.2°C (70.2°F), May is regarded as the warmest month.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 53°C (127.4°F). Vigilance: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. The likelihood of heatstroke increases with continued activity.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Niayene is 41%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 1.7 days. Throughout May, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Niayene, Senegal, there are 68 rainfall days, and 285mm (11.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Niayene is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 19:21. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:30 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

April through June, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During May, 8 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take special precautions, as unprotected skin can be damaged and can burn quickly. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Frequently asked questions

May is the warmest month in Niayene, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 41.4°C (106.5°F) and an average low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

In Niayene, in May, the average high-temperature is 41.4°C (106.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 21.2°C (70.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in May is appraised at 53°C (127.4°F).

The average relative humidity in May in Niayene, Senegal, is 41%.

In May, in Niayene, Senegal, the rain falls for 1.7 days. Throughout May, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in May in Niayene, Senegal, is 12h and 49min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 19:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:30 GMT.

May has the most sunshine of the year in Niayene, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Niayene, Senegal, is 10h.

April through June, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Niayene.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Niayene, Senegal, is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Niayene, 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
Niayene, 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
Niayene, 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
Niayene, 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
Niayene, 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
Niayene, 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
Niayene, 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
Niayene, 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
Niayene, 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
Niayene, 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
Niayene, 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).