May weather forecast
Salo, Ghana

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Salo, Ghana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.6°C (79.9°F) and 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

The arrival of May records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F), closely related to the 32.3°C (90.1°F) observed in April. Recording a slight drop from the daily maximum, Salo notes an average low temperature of 26.6°C (79.9°F) in the month of May.

Heat index

May's heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Salo, Ghana, in May, it is raining for 21.3 days, with typically 68mm (2.68") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Salo, Ghana, there are 236.4 rainfall days, and 692mm (27.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Salo, Ghana, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of May in Salo, Ghana, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:07 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Salo is 10.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Salo are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During May, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.