May weather forecast
Nouna, Burkina Faso

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Weather in May

Nouna, in the month of May, commences its transformation into a humid haven with the highest average visibility throughout the year. As rainfall begins to increase, hitting 6mm (0.24"), the drying heat of the previous months starts to fade. The gradually increasing cloud cover works in tandem with the precipitation to moderate the prevailing high temperatures. Despite the climatic shift, the city retains a healthy dose of sunshine, ensuring the weather remains pleasantly warm. As May unfolds, it serves as a precursor to the upcoming wet season, setting the stage for June.

Temperature

The arrival of May in Nouna records an average high-temperature of a still blistering 41.3°C (106.3°F), closely related to the 41.5°C (106.7°F) observed in April. Throughout the month of May, Nouna sees a steady low-temperature average of 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Nouna, Burkina Faso, is 28%.

Rainfall

In Nouna, in May, during 4.5 rainfall days, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nouna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.1 days and collects up to 257mm (10.12") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Nouna, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:37 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine.

UV index

April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 9 during May morphs into the following directions:
Immediate precautions are necessary; otherwise, skin and eyes might get damaged quickly. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Even on overcast days, apply and frequently reapply a sunscreen with SPF 30 or more, specifically after a swim or outdoor workout.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in May?

During May, Nouna experiences an average high-temperature of 41.3°C (106.3°F) and a low-temperature of 29.4°C (84.9°F).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Nouna, Burkina Faso, the average relative humidity in May is 28%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout May, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Nouna, the average day length in May is 12h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:37 GMT.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in May in Nouna?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 12.1h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 9.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average temperature in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in May: 41.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 29.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.9°C).

Average pressure in May
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average pressure in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in May: 1008.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average wind speed in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average humidity in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in May: 28%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (65%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (13%).

Average rainfall in May
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average rainfall in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in May: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (122mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average rainfall days in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • 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: 12h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average sunshine days in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in May: 25.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average UV index in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average UV index in May: 9

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average cloud cover in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in May: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are February, November and December (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in May
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average visibility in May - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • 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).

Nouna, Burkina Faso

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