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Bijilo weather in May (Gambia)

What can you expect from the weather in Bijilo during May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In Bijilo the weather in May is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 27°C, while nights can cool down to about 23°C.

Bijilo in May usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 1 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 1 day of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 230 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Bijilo. January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, August tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Bijilo, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 2%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 1 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 1 day  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
SunshineSunshine 230 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Banjul, the Gambia (10 KM, 6 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 Bijilo 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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