May weather forecast
Dogondoutchi, Niger

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Weather in May

The climate transitions from hot and dry to hot and humid in May, with the rains becoming a recurring event in Dogondoutchi. The escalating humidity brings a noticeable change in the atmosphere, owing to a quintuple increase in the rainfall compared to the preceding month. This results in an energized countryside, with blossoming floras and thriving fauna. May serves as a prelude to the rainy season and is an impactful time for local agriculture. Despite the rising temperatures, there's a comforting balance aided by the increased cloud cover, rainfall, and shorter sunshine hours.

Temperature

Dogondoutchi's entry into May measures an average high-temperature of a still scorching 41.4°C (106.5°F), closely parallel to the preceding month. Dogondoutchi's temperature lowers to a mean of 29.8°C (85.6°F) during the nights in May.

Humidity

In Dogondoutchi, the average relative humidity in May is 27%.

Rainfall

In May, in Dogondoutchi, Niger, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout May, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is accumulated. In Dogondoutchi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 47 days and collects up to 186mm (7.32") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Dogondoutchi, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 46min.
On the first day of May in Dogondoutchi, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 19:07 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Dogondoutchi is 9.9h.

UV index

May is the month with the highest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 9. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 9 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Never be careless. Unprotected skin and eyes can be harmed swiftly. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Every two hours, apply and reapply an SPF 30+ broad-spectrum sunscreen, especially after swimming or engaging in outdoor activities.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Dogondoutchi in May?

In Dogondoutchi, in May, the average high-temperature is 41.4°C (106.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 29.8°C (85.6°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Dogondoutchi?

The average relative humidity in May in Dogondoutchi is 27%.

How much does it rain in Dogondoutchi in May?

In Dogondoutchi, during May, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May in Dogondoutchi?

The average day length in May in Dogondoutchi, Niger, is 12h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Dogondoutchi?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, in Dogondoutchi, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 19:07 WAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dogondoutchi have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Dogondoutchi, Niger, is 9.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Dogondoutchi?

With an average maximum UV index of 9, May is the month with the highest UV index in Dogondoutchi.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Dogondoutchi?

In Dogondoutchi, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Dogondoutchi, Niger

Average temperature in May - Dogondoutchi, Niger
  • Average high temperature in May: 41.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 29.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (29.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Dogondoutchi, Niger

Average pressure in May - Dogondoutchi, Niger
  • Average pressure in May: 1007.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Dogondoutchi, Niger

Average wind speed in May - Dogondoutchi, Niger
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Dogondoutchi, Niger

Average humidity in May - Dogondoutchi, Niger
  • Average humidity in May: 27%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (12%).

Average rainfall in May
Dogondoutchi, Niger

Average rainfall in May - Dogondoutchi, Niger
  • Average rainfall in May: 10mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (81mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Dogondoutchi, Niger

Average rainfall days in May - Dogondoutchi, Niger
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dogondoutchi, Niger

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dogondoutchi, Niger
  • 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dogondoutchi, Niger

Average sunshine days in May - Dogondoutchi, Niger
  • Average sunshine days in May: 24.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Dogondoutchi, Niger

Average UV index in May - Dogondoutchi, Niger
  • Average UV index in May: 9

The month with the highest UV index is May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Dogondoutchi, Niger

Average cloud cover in May - Dogondoutchi, Niger
  • Average cloud cover in May: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
The months with the least cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in May
Dogondoutchi, Niger

Average visibility in May - Dogondoutchi, Niger
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Dogondoutchi, Niger

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