Temperatures in May
It's hot in May in Western Sahara with an average temperature of 36°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 34°C to a high of 38°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 23°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Western Sahara in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Western Sahara with hot temperatures, averaging around 36°C during the day and nights close to 21°C. You won’t see any precipitation in the first days of the month, it’s all sunny skies. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 37°C, with nights close to 22°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Western Sahara will be around 36°C, with nights close to 22°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Precipitation in May
According to weather history, there is only 1,4 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average chance of precipitation is only 2% in May.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Western Sahara. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Western Sahara in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
36°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
38°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
34°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
1,4 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
1 day | 8 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Western Sahara?
May isn’t a good time to be in Western Sahara. The average temperature of 36°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a pleasant stay.
Temperature records for Western Sahara in May
With 45°C, Western Sahara hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 14°C to a high of 31°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Western Sahara
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Western Sahara, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Western Sahara
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Western Sahara, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 1 day of rain in Western Sahara.
Daily UV Index in May in Western Sahara
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Western Sahara, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Western Sahara Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Western Sahara, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Western Sahara Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Western Sahara, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Western Sahara
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Average Weather in Western Sahara by Month
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