May weather forecast
Atbara, Sudan

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Weather in May

May is the advent of the 'scorcher' season, with soaring temperatures and the hottest time of the year looming. Despite this, locals adapt to the harsh conditions, living their day-to-day lives. Enhanced visibility and extended daylight hours enhance the striking view of the sun-lit city. The month bids goodbye on a sizzling note with the first traces of rainfall. The absolute high of the temperature in May, at a remarkable 41.6°C (106.9°F), makes this month the hottest month of the year.

Temperature

The ushering in of May brings an average high-temperature of a scorching 41.6°C (106.9°F), closely mirroring the 39.3°C (102.7°F) of April. During May, Atbara's temperature records a considerable difference from its daily highs to an average low of 26.9°C (80.4°F).

Humidity

April through June, with an average relative humidity of 14%, are the least humid months in Atbara.

Rainfall

May through October are months with rainfall. May is the first month it rains. Throughout May, in the average 1.6 rainfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. In Atbara, Sudan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 21.3 days and collects up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 58min.
On the first day of May in Atbara, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 18:15 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Atbara are May, June, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 9 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Emphasize protection. Neglecting it can lead to swift damage to the skin and eyes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Frequent reapplication of a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen is vital every two hours or directly after a swim or an outdoor workout.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Atbara in May?

May temperatures in Atbara vary between a high-temperature of 41.6°C (106.9°F) and a low-temperature of 26.9°C (80.4°F).

What are the least humid months in Atbara?

The months with the lowest humidity are April through June, with an average relative humidity of 14%.

What is the average humidity in May in Atbara?

The average relative humidity in May in Atbara is 14%.

When does it start to rain in Atbara?

May is the first month it rains. Throughout May, in the average 1.6 rainfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May in Atbara?

In May, the average day length in Atbara, Sudan, is 12h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Atbara?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 18:15 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Atbara?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Atbara?

May, June, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Atbara?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Atbara is 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Atbara, Sudan

Average temperature in May - Atbara, Sudan
  • Average high temperature in May: 41.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (42.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 26.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (30.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°C).

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Average pressure in May
Atbara, Sudan

Average pressure in May - Atbara, Sudan
  • Average pressure in May: 1006.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1005.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Atbara, Sudan

Average wind speed in May - Atbara, Sudan
  • Average wind speed in May: 14.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (12.4km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Atbara, Sudan

Average humidity in May - Atbara, Sudan
  • Average humidity in May: 14%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (38%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and June (14%).

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Average rainfall in May
Atbara, Sudan

Average rainfall in May - Atbara, Sudan
  • Average rainfall in May: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (16mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March, April, November and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Atbara, Sudan

Average rainfall days in May - Atbara, Sudan
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (6.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Atbara, Sudan

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Atbara, Sudan
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Atbara, Sudan

Average sunshine days in May - Atbara, Sudan
  • Average sunshine days in May: 28.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (21.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Atbara, Sudan

Average UV index in May - Atbara, Sudan
  • Average UV index in May: 9

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, August and September (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in May
Atbara, Sudan

Average cloud cover in May - Atbara, Sudan
  • Average cloud cover in May: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).
The months with the least cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 1).

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Average visibility in May
Atbara, Sudan

Average visibility in May - Atbara, Sudan
  • 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).

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