May weather forecast
Busumbala, The Gambia

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Weather in May

May is characterized by a significant hike in rain, up to 5mm (0.2") from 1mm (0.04") in April, setting the stage for the arrival of monsoon in Busumbala. An accompanying rise in relative humidity and temperature is observed, heralding the full bloom of the wet season soon. Clear skies become a rare sight with increasing cloud coverage. Consequently, daylight hours are slightly reduced. The sea breeze provides marginal relief from the mounting heat and moisture.

Temperature

The coldest period in Busumbala tends to be May, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 28.1°C (82.6°F) and a low of 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for May is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). When exposure and activity are sustained, they could induce fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Busumbala is 68%.

Rainfall

In Busumbala, in May, during 2.7 rainfall days, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Busumbala, The Gambia, there are 77 rainfall days, and 427mm (16.81") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Busumbala is 12h and 45min.
On the first day of May in Busumbala, The Gambia, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:30 GMT.

Sunshine

March through May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

January, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Busumbala?

May, characterized by an average high temperature of 28.1°C (82.6°F) and a low temperature of 22.8°C (73°F), is generally the coldest month in Busumbala, The Gambia.

How hot is it in Busumbala in May?

In Busumbala, 28.1°C (82.6°F) is the average high-temperature and 22.8°C (73°F) is the average low-temperature during May. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Busumbala?

The average relative humidity in May is 68%.

How much does it rain in Busumbala in May?

In May, in Busumbala, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout May, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Busumbala have in May?

In May, the average day length in Busumbala is 12h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Busumbala?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:22. On the last day of the month, in Busumbala, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:30 GMT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Busumbala?

March through May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Busumbala, The Gambia.

How many hours of sunshine does Busumbala have in May?

In Busumbala, The Gambia, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

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

The months with the highest UV index in Busumbala are January, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Busumbala?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Busumbala, The Gambia

Average temperature in May - Busumbala, The Gambia
  • Average high temperature in May: 28.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (28.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 22.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (21.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Busumbala, The Gambia

Average pressure in May - Busumbala, The Gambia
  • Average pressure in May: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Busumbala, The Gambia

Average wind speed in May - Busumbala, The Gambia
  • Average wind speed in May: 17.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (12.8km/h).

Average humidity in May
Busumbala, The Gambia

Average humidity in May - Busumbala, The Gambia
  • Average humidity in May: 68%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (39%).

Average rainfall in May
Busumbala, The Gambia

Average rainfall in May - Busumbala, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall in May: 5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (177mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Busumbala, The Gambia

Average rainfall days in May - Busumbala, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.2 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Busumbala, The Gambia

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Busumbala, The Gambia
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 4min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are March, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Busumbala, The Gambia

Average sunshine days in May - Busumbala, The Gambia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 27.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Busumbala, The Gambia

Average UV index in May - Busumbala, The Gambia
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and March (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Busumbala, The Gambia

Average cloud cover in May - Busumbala, The Gambia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in May
Busumbala, The Gambia

Average visibility in May - Busumbala, The Gambia
  • 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).

Busumbala, The Gambia

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