May weather forecast
Zinder, Niger

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Weather in May

May marks a notable increase in rainfall in Zinder, signalling the firm establishment of the rainy season. Despite an increment in the cloud cover relative to previous months, the month maintains a high sunshine duration, balancing out the weather conditions. The rising humidity coupled with substantial temperatures bring about warm, sultry nights. This month holds the highest temperature for the year at 41°C (105.8°F) and touching a low of 27°C (80.6°F), alongside significant rainfall of 20mm (0.79"). UV index sustains at a high of 12, needing adequate sun protection measures.

Temperature

May, characterized by an average high temperature of 41°C (105.8°F) and a low temperature of 27°C (80.6°F), is generally the warmest month in Zinder.

Rainfall

In Zinder, during May, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of precipitation. In Zinder, Niger, during the entire year, the rain falls for 43 days and collects up to 449mm (17.68") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of May, in Zinder, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:48 WAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are February, May, June, October and November, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 12 in May translates into the following instructions:
Carry out every crucial safety measure. People with fair skin may sustain burns in fewer than 5 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Every two hours, apply and reapply an SPF 30+ broad-spectrum sunscreen, especially after swimming or engaging in outdoor activities.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest in Zinder?

May is the month that records the highest temperatures in Zinder, with averages ranging from a high of 41°C (105.8°F) to a low of 27°C (80.6°F).

How hot is it in Zinder in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Zinder, is 41°C (105.8°F), while the low-temperature averages to 27°C (80.6°F).

How many days does it rain in May in Zinder?

In Zinder, Niger, in May, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 20mm (0.79") of accumulated precipitation.

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

In May, the average day length in Zinder is 12h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Zinder?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:48 WAT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Zinder?

February, May, June, October and November, with an average of 9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in May in Zinder?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Zinder?

The months with the highest UV index in Zinder, Niger, are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Zinder?

In Zinder, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in May
Zinder, Niger

Average temperature in May - Zinder, Niger
  • Average high temperature in May: 41°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (41°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 27°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (27°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14°C).

Average rainfall in May
Zinder, Niger

Average rainfall in May - Zinder, Niger
  • Average rainfall in May: 20mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (183mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Zinder, Niger

Average rainfall days in May - Zinder, Niger
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February, March, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Zinder, 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

The months with the most sunshine are February, May, June, October and November (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, March, April, July, August, September and December (Average sunshine: 8h).

Average UV index in May
Zinder, Niger

Average UV index in May - Zinder, Niger
  • Average UV index in May: 12

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 9).

Zinder, Niger

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