May weather forecast
Senegal

May in Senegal is a transition month as the country prepares for the imminent rainy season. Average temperatures typically fluctuate from a warm 22°C (71.6°F) during the morning and evening hours, to about 30°C (86°F) at the hottest point of the day. In Dakar, these conditions persist, offering a pleasant environment for enjoying the city's lively ambience and cultural attractions.

Compared to April, May sees an incremental increase in temperatures as the rainy season draws near. Some regions of the country might start experiencing occasional showers towards the end of the month, although significant rainfall is not common until June. This period represents the end of the long dry season and the onset of higher temperatures, increased humidity, and substantial precipitation.

While May does not hold any records for temperature or rainfall extremes, it serves as an important transition point in Senegal's climate. The early signs of the rainy season begin to appear, providing a unique blend of warm, dry days and occasional showers.

In the historic city of Saint-Louis, the weather remains fairly consistent with the rest of the country, making it an opportune time to participate in local events like the well-known Saint Louis Jazz Festival. The Casamance region continues to experience slightly warmer conditions, with temperatures fluctuating between 24°C (75.2°F) and 34°C (93.2°F). Despite these warmer temperatures and the potential for early rainfall, the region's lush landscapes remain inviting and accessible to visitors.

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• Dakar - May »
  In Dakar, during May, the rain falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. The months with the most sunshine in Dakar are April and May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.
• Touba - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Touba sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 19:29 GMT. Touba transitions into May recording an average high-temperature of a still torrid 37.1°C (98.8°F), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature.
• Thies - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Thies sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:33 GMT. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat.
• Ziguinchor - May »
  The months with the most sunshine in Ziguinchor are February through May and November, with an average of 9h of sunshine. February through May and November, with an average of 9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Ziguinchor.
• Rufisque - May »
  Come May, Rufisque experiences long daylight hours punctuated by occasional light showers making it a desirable time to visit the city. In Rufisque, Senegal, in May, during 1.5 rainfall days, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Louga - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Louga, Senegal, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 19:32 GMT. In Louga rain does not fall in January, February, May and December.
• Tambacounda - May »
  March through June, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Tambacounda. On the first day of May in Tambacounda, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 19:10.
• Kolda - May »
  In Kolda in May, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation. In Kolda in May, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation.
• Diourbel - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Diourbel sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 19:30 GMT. March through June and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Diourbel, Senegal.
• Sedhiou - May »
  May in Sedhiou, Senegal brings about a conspicuous change in weather pattern, with increasing cloud coverage and rainfall. May's arrival in Sedhiou brings an average high-temperature of a still blisteringly hot 40.5°C (104.9°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month.
• Kedougou - May »
  In Kedougou, in May, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 15mm (0.59") of accumulated precipitation. A significant shift in Kedougou's weather is visible in May, as rainfall levels take a massive leap from 2mm (0.08") in April to 15mm (0.59").