Brufut Heights

What’s the weather like in Brufut Heights in May?

You can rely on the Brufut Heights weather in May to be hot, sunny and very dry. This idyllic spot in The Gambia has an incredible tropical climate with warm waters of the Atlantic Ocean lapping against the beaches. The wet season in Brufut Heights doesn’t start until June.

Geographical influences

Brufut Heights is a picturesque coastal village in The Gambia, which is the smallest country in Africa. It’s on the stunning west coast of the continent and surrounded by Senegal. The south-westerly winds bring only a very small amount of rainfall this month with just four or five days having very light showers.

Averages

The weather in Brufut Heights in May is very pleasant. The average daytime high temperature’s 30°C, with a cool breeze from the Atlantic. This may drop to around 25°C when occasional clouds appear. The average night time temperature’s 18°C, which males sleeping quite comfortable. You’ll see plenty of sunshine during your trip to this pretty part of west Africa, with an average of 11 hours from 13 hours of daylight. The sun doesn’t set until nearly 7.30pm at the end of May. You’ll love taking a dip in the warm waters of the Atlantic, which will be about 24°C at this time. The average rainfall around Brufut Heights in May’s just 8mm. The UV levels are high so take care in the sun as you relax along the golden beaches. The humidity should measure about 75%.