Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The advent of May in Soma brings an average high-temperature of a still blisteringly hot 41.4°C (106.5°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. May nights showcase a dramatic shift from daytime highs to an average temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F).Humidity
In Soma, the average relative humidity in May is 35%.Rainfall
May through November are months with rainfall. May is the first month it rains in Soma. Throughout May, in the average 2.8 rainfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. In Soma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 87.6 days and collects up to 397mm (15.63") of precipitation.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 45min.On the first day of May in Soma, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of the month, 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 are March through June and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 8 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Always prioritize safety measures. Rapid harm can befall unprotected skin and eyes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the month with the highest UV index in Soma?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Soma?
Average temperature in May
Soma, The Gambia
- Average high temperature in May: 41.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 24.6°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 (20.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Soma, The Gambia
- Average pressure in May: 1010.1mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and July (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009.4mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Soma, The Gambia
- Average wind speed in May: 10.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (7.5km/h).
Average humidity in May
Soma, The Gambia
- Average humidity in May: 35%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (15%).
Average rainfall in May
Soma, The Gambia
- Average rainfall in May: 3mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (146mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March, April and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Soma, The Gambia
- Average rainfall days in May: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.1 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Soma, 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 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Soma, The Gambia
- Average sunshine days in May: 27.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Soma, 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
Soma, The Gambia
- Average cloud cover in May: 10
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in May
Soma, The Gambia
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (8km).
Soma, The Gambia
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