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GambiaThe weather in May in Kotu
It's hot in May in Kotu with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 23°C.
May is an awesome month to be in Kotu for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not much chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Kotu, 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 41°C in 2023, Kotu reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 13°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Kotu is 25°C this month. Lovely temperature for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 12 mm of precipitation, spread over 1 day. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in May for Kotu
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kotu. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Kotu | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 33°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 34°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 21°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 12 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Kotu with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 22°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 33°C, with nights around 22°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Kotu is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°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 Kotu, Gambia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Kotu
Temperature in May in Kotu over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Kotu, 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 Kotu
Total precipitation in May in Kotu over the years
Daily UV index in May in Kotu
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Kotu, 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 Kotu by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kotu. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.