May weather forecast
Bansang, The Gambia

May

Weather in May

May arrives with a surge of wetness in Bansang, marking the beginning of what is to be a heavy rainy season. With this shift in weather pattern, the month of May witnesses the steepest increase in rainfall from 7mm (0.28") to 38mm (1.5"). With the sudden influx of rain, the humidity levels begin to shoot up, saturating the atmosphere considerably. This weather change arrives just ahead of the peak summer days. Though the weather gets cloudy, sunlight still prevails for an average of 12.8 hours daily, transforming this period into a blend of sunshine and rain.

Temperature

During May, Bansang observes a subtle ascent to a still blisteringly hot 41.8°C (107.2°F) from April's 42.2°C (108°F) in the average high-temperature. Throughout May nights, Bansang reports a steady thermal contrast from the day, with an average low-temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Humidity

In Bansang, the average relative humidity in May is 37%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout May, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bansang, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.8 days and collects up to 540mm (21.26") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:14. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 19:22 GMT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through June, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During May, 8 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Don't neglect protection; skin and eyes can be burned swiftly if left exposed. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in May?
The high-temperature, in May, in Bansang, is 41.8°C (107.2°F), while the low-temperature averages to 24.4°C (75.9°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Bansang?
In Bansang, the average relative humidity in May is 37%.
How much does it rain in May?
In Bansang, in May, during 3.7 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Bansang have in May?
In Bansang, the average day length in May is 12h and 45min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 19:22 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Bansang have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are March through June, with an average maximum UV index of 8.
What is the UV index reading in May?
In Bansang, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Bansang, The Gambia
Average temperature in May
Bansang, The Gambia
  • Average high temperature in May: 41.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (42.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (31.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 24.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.3°C).

Average pressure in May - Bansang, The Gambia
Average pressure in May
Bansang, The Gambia
  • Average pressure in May: 1010.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Bansang, The Gambia
Average wind speed in May
Bansang, The Gambia
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in May - Bansang, The Gambia
Average humidity in May
Bansang, The Gambia
  • Average humidity in May: 37%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (17%).

Average rainfall in May - Bansang, The Gambia
Average rainfall in May
Bansang, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall in May: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (188mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Bansang, The Gambia
Average rainfall days in May
Bansang, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.1 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bansang, The Gambia
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bansang, 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 24min).

  • 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: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May - Bansang, The Gambia
Average sunshine days in May
Bansang, The Gambia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 25.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.3 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May and June (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May - Bansang, The Gambia
Average cloud cover in May
Bansang, The Gambia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in May - Bansang, The Gambia
Average visibility in May
Bansang, The Gambia
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (7km).

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