EritreaThe weather in May in Gash Barka
It's hot in May in Gash Barka with an average temperature of 39°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 38°C to a high of 40°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 26°C.
May isn’t a good month to be in Gash Barka. 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 Gash Barka, Eritrea. 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 43°C in 2018, Gash Barka reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 20°C to a highest value of 30°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 16 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Gash Barka
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Gash Barka. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Gash Barka | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 39°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 40°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 24°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 16 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 6 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Gash Barka with hot temps, averaging around 40°C during the day and nights around 26°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 40°C, with nights around 26°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 Gash Barka is around 39°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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 Gash Barka, Eritrea. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Gash Barka
Temperature in May in Gash Barka over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Gash Barka, Eritrea. 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 Gash Barka
Total precipitation in May in Gash Barka over the years
Daily UV index in May in Gash Barka
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Gash Barka, 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.
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Average weather in Gash Barka by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Gash Barka. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.