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Matam weather in May (Senegal)

Wondering what the weather is like in Matam during May? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

During May, Matam usually has very high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 43°C, while night temperatures can drop to 29°C. Known for its high temperatures, this month is the warmest of the year. Dress accordingly to stay comfortable and make the most of the weather.

Precipitation

Matam in May usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 0.8 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 1 day of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 298 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, July, August and September tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Matam climate page with graphs.

 

Matam, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 29°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 43°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 2%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 0.8 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 1 day  
SunshineSunshine 298 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Senegal in May

Find out more about the weather in Senegal and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
10/10
Camping
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Matam.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Senegal? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Senegal. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.