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GambiaThe weather in May in Sam Joben
It's hot in May in Sam Joben with an average temperature of 37°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 36°C to a high of 38°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 24°C.
May isn’t a good month to be in Sam Joben. The average temperature of 37°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 Sam Joben, 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 2022, Sam Joben reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 13°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 40 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in May for Sam Joben
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sam Joben. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Sam Joben | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 37°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 38°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 22°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 40 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 3 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Sam Joben with hot temps, averaging around 37°C during the day and nights around 23°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 37°C, with nights around 23°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 Sam Joben is around 37°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 Sam Joben, Gambia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Sam Joben
Temperature in May in Sam Joben over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Sam Joben, 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 Sam Joben
Total precipitation in May in Sam Joben over the years
Daily UV index in May in Sam Joben
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Sam Joben, 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 Sam Joben by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sam Joben. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.