May weather forecast
Chamen, The Gambia

May, the last month of the spring in Chamen, is also a sweltering month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.3°C (73.9°F) and 37.4°C (99.3°F).

Temperature

Chamen's weather, upon May's arrival, documents an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 37.4°C (99.3°F), nearly identical to the prior month. In May, the temperature sees a substantial plunge from daytime highs to a low average of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is calculated to be a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Prudent: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Heatstroke becomes imminent with sustained exertion.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 47%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall are March, May through November. May is the first month it rains. Throughout May, in the average 2.5 rainfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 84.2 rainfall days, and 453mm (17.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:21. On the last day of May, in Chamen, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:29 GMT.

Sunshine

In Chamen, the average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 8 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Stay protected; otherwise, skin and eyes can suffer rapid damage. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.