May weather forecast
Mbulum, The Gambia

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

Temperature

Transitioning into May, Mbulum records an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 37.4°C (99.3°F), almost identical to April's 38.4°C (101.1°F). Mbulum registers a significant drop in temperature in May, with average nighttime lows of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Stay wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Heatstroke can ensue from extended effort.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. 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 particular significance for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In Mbulum, The Gambia, 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, in Mbulum, there are 84.2 rainfall days, and 453mm (17.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Mbulum is 12h and 46min.
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 Mbulum, The Gambia, the average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

UV index

April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 8 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Swift harm can befall unprotected skin and eyes. Prioritize safety. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.