Weather in Gambia for May 2025
In general, the average temperature in Gambia at the beginning of May is 26.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 27.6 °C by the end of May.
Precipitation in Gambia during May is a rare event, with an average of fewer than 2 rainy days.
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Gambia in May average weather
| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  27° | 2  26° | 3 26° | 4 27° | |||
| 5 26° | 6 26° | 7 25° | 8 26° | 9 27° | 10  27° | 11  26° |
| 12 25° | 13 26° | 14 25° | 15 26° | 16 26° | 17 26° | 18 26° |
| 19 27° | 20 28° | 21 27° | 22 27° | 23 26° | 24 28° | 25 28° |
| 26 27° | 27 28° | 28 29° | 29 28° | 30 27° | 31 26° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Gambia
May weather day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May | Sunny | 27° /21° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 2 May | Partly cloudy | 26° /22° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 3 May | Partly cloudy | 26° /21° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 4 May | Sunny | 27° /21° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 5 May | Sunny | 26° /21° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 6 May | Sunny | 26° /21° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 7 May | Partly cloudy | 25° /21° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 8 May | Sunny | 26° /21° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 9 May | Sunny | 27° /22° | 0.1 mm | 7 | |
| 10 May | Cloudy | 27° /22° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 11 May | Overcast | 26° /22° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 12 May | Sunny | 25° /22° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 13 May | Sunny | 26° /22° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 14 May | Partly cloudy | 25° /22° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 15 May | Cloudy | 26° /22° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 16 May | Sunny | 26° /22° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 17 May | Sunny | 26° /22° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 18 May | Partly cloudy | 26° /22° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 19 May | Sunny | 27° /23° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 20 May | Sunny | 28° /23° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 21 May | Sunny | 27° /23° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 22 May | Partly cloudy | 27° /23° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 23 May | Partly cloudy | 26° /23° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 24 May | Partly cloudy | 28° /23° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 25 May | Partly cloudy | 28° /23° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 26 May | Partly cloudy | 27° /24° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 27 May | Cloudy | 28° /23° | 0.1 mm | 7 | |
| 28 May | Sunny | 29° /25° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 29 May | Sunny | 28° /24° | 0.1 mm | 7 | |
| 30 May | Sunny | 27° /23° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 31 May | Sunny | 26° /23° | 0 mm | 7 | |
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Guide for Gambia in May
In Gambia, May marks the transition from the dry season to the rainy season. At the beginning of the month, the weather in Gambia is typically hot and dry, with temperatures averaging around 32°. The days are long and sunny, making it an ideal time for beach activities and outdoor adventures.
However, as the month progresses, the weather becomes increasingly humid and cloudy as the rainy season approaches. By the end of May, the temperatures tend to hover around 35°, and the humidity levels rise significantly.
Visitors should be prepared for sporadic rainfall and thunderstorms towards the end of the month, as the country experiences the onset of the wet season. It's advisable to pack light, breathable clothing and waterproof gear to stay comfortable during outdoor excursions.
Overall, May in Gambia offers a mix of hot, dry days at the beginning of the month and the gradual transition to more humid conditions with the possibility of rain towards the end.
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