May weather forecast
Khar Yalla, Senegal

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Khar Yalla, Senegal, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.9°C (71.4°F) and 27.4°C (81.3°F).

Temperature

The advent of May brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.4°C (81.3°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Khar Yalla reports a consistent average low-temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F) throughout May nights.

Heat index

During May, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 30°C (86°F). With ongoing exposure and activity, one might experience weariness, and heat cramps could ensue.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 70%.

Rainfall

In Khar Yalla, during May, the rain falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Khar Yalla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 52.5 days and collects up to 201mm (7.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Khar Yalla, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:35 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May translates into the following guidance:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Khar Yalla in May?
The high-temperature during May is 27.4°C (81.3°F) and the low-temperature is 21.9°C (71.4°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In Khar Yalla, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.
How much does it rain in May?
In Khar Yalla, in May, it is raining for 1.5 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in May?
In May, the average day length is 12h and 49min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:35 GMT.
What month has the most sunshine?
With an average of 10h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.
How long on average sun shines in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration is 10h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index reading in May?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average temperature in May
Khar Yalla, Senegal
  • Average high temperature in May: 27.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is April (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 21.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (20.4°C).

Average pressure in May - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average pressure in May
Khar Yalla, Senegal
  • Average pressure in May: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average wind speed in May
Khar Yalla, Senegal
  • Average wind speed in May: 20.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (23.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (13.5km/h).

Average humidity in May - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average humidity in May
Khar Yalla, Senegal
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (45%).

Average rainfall in May - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average rainfall in May
Khar Yalla, Senegal
  • Average rainfall in May: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (73mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average rainfall days in May
Khar Yalla, Senegal
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.2 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Khar Yalla, Senegal
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average sunshine days in May
Khar Yalla, Senegal
  • Average sunshine days in May: 29.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.2 days).

Average UV index in May - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average UV index in May
Khar Yalla, Senegal
  • Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average cloud cover in May
Khar Yalla, Senegal
  • Average cloud cover in May: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in May - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average visibility in May
Khar Yalla, Senegal
  • 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).

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