May weather forecast
Bambali, The Gambia

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Weather in May

May deepens the immersion into the rainy season in Bambali. There is a marked rise in rainfall, ascending markedly to 3mm (0.12"), impeccably capturing the month's weather transformation. Temperature fluctuations underline the might of the sun despite the increased cloud cover. Humidity levels soar high, accentuating the sensation of warmth. The sights of blooming vegetation painted in the hues of the rainfall make every glance worthwhile.

Temperature

The shift into May in Bambali uncovers an average high-temperature of a still scorching 41.8°C (107.2°F), subtly different from the previous month. Nighttime temperatures throughout May register a significant deviation from the day's highs, averaging at a moderately hot 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 32%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout May, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 87.2 rainfall days, and 344mm (13.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bambali, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:25 GMT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bambali are March through June 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 the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 8 leads to the following instructions:
Being unprotected puts skin and eyes at risk of rapid damage. Always be safe. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41.8°C (107.2°F) and 24.4°C (75.9°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Bambali is 32%.

How much does it rain in Bambali in May?

In Bambali, in May, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 3mm (0.12") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Bambali have in May?

In Bambali, The Gambia, the average day length in May is 12h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:25 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Bambali, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Bambali, The Gambia

Average temperature in May - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average high temperature in May: 41.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (42°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 24.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.5°C).

Average pressure in May
Bambali, The Gambia

Average pressure in May - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average pressure in May: 1009.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Bambali, The Gambia

Average wind speed in May - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Bambali, The Gambia

Average humidity in May - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average humidity in May: 32%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (15%).

Average rainfall in May
Bambali, The Gambia

Average rainfall in May - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall in May: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (128mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Bambali, The Gambia

Average rainfall days in May - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.1 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bambali, The Gambia

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 5min

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 5min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bambali, The Gambia

Average sunshine days in May - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 27.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Bambali, The Gambia

Average UV index in May - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average UV index in May: 8

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June and October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in May
Bambali, The Gambia

Average cloud cover in May - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in May
Bambali, The Gambia

Average visibility in May - Bambali, The Gambia
  • 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).

Bambali, The Gambia

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