May weather forecast
Koussanar, Senegal

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Weather in May

By the time Koussanar reaches May, the power of the rain begins to introduce itself. Humidity values are on the rise, mirroring the soaring temperatures. The data for this month exhibits telltale signs of the building rainy season, with an average of 8mm (0.31") of rainfall recorded. Conscious of the growing warmth and high relative humidity, the city endures longer daylight hours. May might be dubbed as the start of the wet period in Koussanar.

Temperature

The initiation of May sees an average high-temperature of a still blisteringly hot 42.3°C (108.1°F), showing minor variations from the previous month. A pronounced dip becomes evident during the nights in May as Koussanar logs a consistent average temperature of 26.5°C (79.7°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Koussanar, during May, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Koussanar, there are 82.3 rainfall days, and 373mm (14.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Koussanar, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 46min.
On the first day of May in Koussanar, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 19:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 19:20 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Koussanar is 9.9h.

UV index

March through June, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Koussanar. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 8 suggests this advice:
Immediate precautions are necessary; otherwise, skin and eyes might get damaged quickly. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Koussanar in May?

In May, in Koussanar, the average high-temperature is 42.3°C (108.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 26.5°C (79.7°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Koussanar?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Koussanar?

In Koussanar, Senegal, during May, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Koussanar have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Koussanar?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 19:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 19:20 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Koussanar?

The average sunshine duration in May in Koussanar, Senegal, is 9.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Koussanar?

March through June, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Koussanar.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Koussanar?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Koussanar, Senegal, is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Koussanar, Senegal

Average temperature in May - Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average high temperature in May: 42.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (42.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 26.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (27.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Koussanar, Senegal

Average pressure in May - Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average pressure in May: 1009mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Koussanar, Senegal

Average wind speed in May - Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.8km/h).

Average humidity in May
Koussanar, Senegal

Average humidity in May - Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average humidity in May: 27%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (14%).

Average rainfall in May
Koussanar, Senegal

Average rainfall in May - Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average rainfall in May: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (149mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Koussanar, Senegal

Average rainfall days in May - Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Koussanar, Senegal

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Koussanar, Senegal
  • 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 April (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Koussanar, Senegal

Average sunshine days in May - Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average sunshine days in May: 26.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Koussanar, Senegal

Average UV index in May - Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average UV index in May: 8

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, October and November (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July, August, September and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in May
Koussanar, Senegal

Average cloud cover in May - Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average cloud cover in May: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in May
Koussanar, Senegal

Average visibility in May - Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (9km).

Koussanar, Senegal

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