May Weather in Makeni

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Makeni, Sierra Leone, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 28°C (82°F). Highs can soar to 36°C (98°F), while lows may dip to 23°C (73°F). Typically, the humidity level in Makeni throughout May hovers around 82%.

23°C (73°F)

Minimum temperature

28°C (82°F)

Average temperature

36°C (98°F)

Maximum temperature

82%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Makeni averages 147 mm (5.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 21 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 31 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 2 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 24% probability of sunny days during this period.

147 mm (5.8 inches)

Precipitation

21 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 2 minutes

Sunshine hours

24%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Makeni 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.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  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
UVI 1 2 4 7 10 13 13 11 8 5 2 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

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