May weather forecast and climate
El-Aaiún, Western Sahara

May, the last month of the spring, in El-Aaiún, is another pleasant month, with average temperature varying between 16°C (60.8°F) and 22°C (71.6°F).

Temperature

In El-Aaiún, the average high-temperature in May remains equal as in April - a still agreeable 22°C (71.6°F). In May, the average low-temperature is 16°C (60.8°F).

Rainfall

In El-Aaiún, during 1 rainfall days, 3.2mm (0.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In El-Aaiún, during the entire year, the rain falls for 18 days and collects up to 93.4mm (3.68") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13.5h.

Sunshine

April through August, with an average of 9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in El-Aaiún.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 11. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme threat to health from unprotected exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 11 in May interpret into the following advice:
Take all necessary precautions, as unprotected skin can burn in minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.