Bakau weather in May (Gambia)

Planning a trip to Bakau in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In Bakau the weather in May is generally perfect, with high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 28°C, while night temperatures can drop to 23°C.

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

With around 230 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, August tends to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Bakau, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 2%  

Precipitation 1 mm  

Rainy days 1 day  

Humidity 67% *  

Sunshine 230 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Banjul, the Gambia (19 KM, 12 Miles).

Where to go in the Gambia in May

Find out more about the weather in the Gambia in May and which places have the best weather 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 Bakau in May?

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 in May.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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