May weather forecastToure, Senegal

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a blisteringly hot month in Toure, Senegal, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.4°C (106.5°F) and min 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Temperature

In Toure, May records the highest average temperatures, peaking at 41.4°C (106.5°F) and reaching a low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is computed to be a life-threatening hot 53°C (127.4°F). Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 41%.

Rainfall

In Toure, in May, during 1.7 rainfall days, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 68 rainfall days, and 285mm (11.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Toure, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 50min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 19:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:31 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are April through June, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 8 in May transforms into this advice:
Be vigilant. Without due care, eyes and skin can be harmed in no time. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The warmest period is May, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 41.4°C (106.5°F) and a low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

In Toure, 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). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 53°C (127.4°F).

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

In Toure, during May, the rain falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

The average day length in May is 12h and 50min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 19:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:31 GMT.

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

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

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

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

40.9°C

41.4°C

39.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

16km/h

15.1km/h

14.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

28.9

29.1

23.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

14%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in May
Toure, 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
Toure, 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
Toure, 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
Toure, 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
Toure, 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
Toure, 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
Toure, 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
Toure, 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
Toure, 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
Toure, 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
Toure, 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).