GambiaThe weather in May in Illiassa
It's hot in May in Illiassa 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 22°C and 25°C.
May isn’t a good month to be in Illiassa. 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 Illiassa, Gambia. 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 45°C in 2020, Illiassa reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 32°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 18°C to a highest value of 30°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 9,8 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in May for Illiassa
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Illiassa. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Illiassa | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 39°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 40°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 22°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 9,8 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 2 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Illiassa with hot temps, averaging around 40°C during the day and nights around 23°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 39°C, with nights around 24°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Illiassa is around 39°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°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 Illiassa, Gambia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Illiassa
Temperature in May in Illiassa over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Illiassa, Gambia. 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 Illiassa
Total precipitation in May in Illiassa over the years
Daily UV index in May in Illiassa
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Illiassa, 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 Illiassa by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Illiassa. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.