May weather forecastTambacounda, Senegal
May
Weather in May
May is punctuated by climatic changes in Tambacounda, Senegal. The summer weather starts to take shape, with significantly higher humidity and a noticeable increase in rainfall. Skies are often clear with 12.8 hours of considerable daylight. The overall wind speed picks up slightly from April, averaging at 10.5km/h (6.5mph). However, it is still reduced compared to the gusty winter month of January. As May transitions into June, there will be a significant leap in humidity and rainfall, indicating the looming monsoon season.Temperature
With the onset of May, Tambacounda's average high-temperature clocks in at a still scorching 42.3°C (108.1°F), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. Despite a noticeable differential from daytime highs, Tambacounda notes an average nighttime low-temperature of 26.5°C (79.7°F) in May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 27%.Rainfall
In Tambacounda, in May, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 8mm (0.31") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 82.3 rainfall days, and 373mm (14.69") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Tambacounda is 12h and 46min.On the first day of May in Tambacounda, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 19:19 GMT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.9h.UV index
March through June, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Tambacounda. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 8 in May translates into the following instructions:
Taking safety measures is non-negotiable; skin and eyes can be swiftly affected if neglected. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Tambacounda, Senegal
- Average high temperature in May: 42.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (42.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 26.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (27.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.1°C).
Average pressure in May
Tambacounda, Senegal
- Average pressure in May: 1009mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Tambacounda, Senegal
- Average wind speed in May: 10.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.8km/h).
Average humidity in May
Tambacounda, Senegal
- Average humidity in May: 27%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (14%).
Average rainfall in May
Tambacounda, Senegal
- Average rainfall in May: 8mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (149mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Tambacounda, Senegal
- Average rainfall days in May: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Tambacounda, 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 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Tambacounda, Senegal
- Average sunshine days in May: 26.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Tambacounda, Senegal
- Average UV index in May: 8
The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, October and November (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July, August, September and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in May
Tambacounda, Senegal
- Average cloud cover in May: 9
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in May
Tambacounda, 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).
