Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Accra, Ghana, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (81°F). Highs can soar to 30°C (86°F), while lows may dip to 25°C (77°F). Typically, the humidity level in Accra throughout May hovers around 81%.
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In May, Accra averages 134 mm (5.3 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 19 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 21 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 57 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 41% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Accra reaches a maximum of 13, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||