The weather in May in Sierra Leone
It's hot in May in Sierra Leone with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 27°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Sierra Leone. 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 39°C in 2017, Sierra Leone 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 21°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 152 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in May for Sierra Leone
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sierra Leone. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Sierra Leone | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 25°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 152 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 17 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Sierra Leone with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 27°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 31°C, with nights around 27°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Sierra Leone is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 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 Sierra Leone. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Sierra Leone
Temperature in May in Sierra Leone over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Sierra Leone. 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 Sierra Leone
Total precipitation in May in Sierra Leone over the years
Daily UV index in May in Sierra Leone
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Sierra Leone, 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 Sierra Leone by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sierra Leone. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.