May weather forecast
Carabane Balanta, Guinea-Bissau

The last month of the spring, May, is also a scorching month in Carabane Balanta, Guinea-Bissau, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.1°C (75.4°F) and 40.5°C (104.9°F).

Temperature

Carabane Balanta's average high-temperature in May sits at a still scorching 40.5°C (104.9°F), showing little difference from the previous month. The average low-temperature of 24.1°C (75.4°F) in May represents a significant drop from the daily high.

Heat index

May's average heat index is computed to be a life-threatening hot 52°C (125.6°F). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 44%.

Rainfall

In Carabane Balanta, Guinea-Bissau, in May, during 3.3 rainfall days, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Carabane Balanta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.1 days and collects up to 654mm (25.75") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Carabane Balanta, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of May, in Carabane Balanta, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 19:24 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Carabane Balanta is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 8 in May translates into this advice:
Always use protective measures; unprotected skin might suffer damage in a short span. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.