The weather in May in Burkina Faso
It's hot in May in Burkina Faso with an average temperature of 39°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 37°C to a high of 41°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 30°C.
May isn’t a good month to be in Burkina Faso. The average temperature of 39°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a comfortable stay.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Burkina Faso. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 44°C in 2023, Burkina Faso reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 29°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 19°C to a highest value of 32°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 71 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Burkina Faso
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Burkina Faso. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
Burkina Faso | New York | |
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Average temperature | 39°C | 22°C |
Max. temperature | 41°C | 28°C |
Min. temperature | 26°C | -5°C |
Total precipitation | 71 mm | 105 mm |
Rainy days | 8 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Burkina Faso with hot temps, averaging around 40°C during the day and nights around 29°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 39°C, with nights around 28°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Burkina Faso is around 38°C, while nighttime temps are about 28°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Burkina Faso. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Burkina Faso
Temperature in May in Burkina Faso over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Burkina Faso. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Burkina Faso
Total precipitation in May in Burkina Faso over the years
Daily UV index in May in Burkina Faso
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Burkina Faso, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in May in Burkina Faso
The weather in May in Burkina Faso is rated 4 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Burkina Faso? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Write your own reviewAlthough the heat was unbearable at times, the constant sunshine was a blessing. We missed the climate change.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Burkina Faso by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Burkina Faso. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.