May weather forecast
Jufureh, The Gambia

The last month of the spring, May, is another very hot month in Jufureh, The Gambia, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.3°C (73.9°F) and max 37.4°C (99.3°F).

Temperature

Jufureh notes an average high-temperature of a still torrid 37.4°C (99.3°F) in May, hardly diverging from April. Nighttime temperatures throughout May register a significant deviation from the day's highs, averaging at a warm 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Keep guard: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued activity increases the risk of heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 47%.

Rainfall

March, May through November are months with rainfall in Jufureh. May is the first month it rains. Throughout May, in the average 2.5 rainfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. In Jufureh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.2 days and collects up to 453mm (17.83") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Jufureh, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 45min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:29 GMT.

Sunshine

In Jufureh, 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 of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 8 in May interprets into the following advice:
Prioritize protection; rapid damage can occur to unprotected eyes and skin. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.