May weather forecast
Salémata, Senegal

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a scorching month in Salémata, Senegal, with an average temperature varying between 40.9°C (105.6°F) and 26.9°C (80.4°F).

Temperature

As Salémata steps into May, the average high-temperature holds at a still blistering 40.9°C (105.6°F), hinting at a minor fluctuation from the prior month. Nighttime temperatures exhibit a substantial dip from daytime highs during May, averaging at a moderately hot 26.9°C (80.4°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 36%.

Rainfall

In Salémata, in May, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 15mm (0.59") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, 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 06:30 and sunset at 19:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 19:13 GMT.

Sunshine

In Salémata, Senegal, 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. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 8 during May translates into the following guidance:
Take special precautions, as unprotected eyes and skin can be burned and damaged quickly. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in May?
The average high-temperature, in May, in Salémata, is 40.9°C (105.6°F), while the average low-temperature is 26.9°C (80.4°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In May, the average relative humidity is 36%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In Salémata, in May, during 7.3 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in May?
In May, the average day length is 12h and 43min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 19:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 19:13 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Salémata have in May?
In Salémata, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8.
What is the UV index reading in May?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May - Salémata, Senegal
Average temperature in May
Salémata, 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).

Average pressure in May - Salémata, Senegal
Average pressure in May
Salémata, 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).

Average wind speed in May - Salémata, Senegal
Average wind speed in May
Salémata, 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).

Average humidity in May - Salémata, Senegal
Average humidity in May
Salémata, 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%).

Average rainfall in May - Salémata, Senegal
Average rainfall in May
Salémata, 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).

Average rainfall days in May - Salémata, Senegal
Average rainfall days in May
Salémata, 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).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Salémata, Senegal
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Salémata, 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).

Average sunshine days in May - Salémata, Senegal
Average sunshine days in May
Salémata, 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).

Average UV index in May - Salémata, Senegal
Average UV index in May
Salémata, 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).

Average cloud cover in May - Salémata, Senegal
Average cloud cover in May
Salémata, 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).

Average visibility in May - Salémata, Senegal
Average visibility in May
Salémata, 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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