Gorée weather in May (Senegal)

How is the weather in Gorée in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In Gorée, May is characterized by high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 25°C. But by evening, they drop to around 22°C.

Gorée in May usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 0.2 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 0 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 291 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While August tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Gorée, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 22°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 0%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 0.2 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 0 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 291 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 73% *  
* Data from: Dakar, Senegal (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go in Senegal in May

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

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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 Gorée 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. With a water temperature of around 22°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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