May weather forecast
Thies, Senegal

As May rolls in, the weather in Thies starts to graduate towards the wetter side. There is a visible increase in the number of rainy days and the overall rainfall volume. The frequency and intensity of the sunlight remain generous, offering enough opportunities to soak under it. As might be expected in the buildup to the rainy season, relative humidity notches higher. Temperatures also rise moderately, signaling the transition towards hotter seasons.

Temperature

Thies's transition from April to May introduces an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.3°C (91.9°F), marking an insignificant variation from the 33.7°C (92.7°F). Contrasted against daytime highs, Thies records an average nighttime low of 21.1°C (70°F) in May.

Heat index

The heat index value during May is appraised at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. 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. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Thies is 57%.

Rainfall

In Thies, during May, the rain falls for 1.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 55.1 rainfall days, and 205mm (8.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Thies, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:25. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:33 GMT.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.