May weather forecast
Makokou, Gabon

May sees a slight decrease in rainfall figures, from 200mm (7.87") down to 186mm (7.32"), but it remains a rainfall heavy month in the city. The constant temperatures, UV Index, daylight and sunshine hours continue to mark the city’s steady weather patterns. The city experiences the highest number of rainy days this month. Moving forward, as May transitions into June, temperatures are expected to drop slightly, even as the rainfall lessens considerably.

Temperature

May's onset in Makokou records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a still hot 31°C (87.8°F) from April's 32°C (89.6°F). Makokou records a steady low-temperature average of 21°C (69.8°F) during May.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout May, 186mm (7.32") of precipitation is accumulated. In Makokou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127 days and collects up to 1626mm (64.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of May in Makokou, Gabon, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:10 WAT.

Sunshine

February through May, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 12 in May leads to these guidelines:
Adopt all essential precautions. Preventing sun harm is crucial. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Prompt application of a broad-spectrum sunscreen, SPF 30+, is necessary after a swim or an outdoor workout and it should be re-applied every two hours.