May weather forecast
Abengourou, Ivory Coast

May situates Abengourou deep into the wet season, characterized by dense cloud cover and high humidity levels. Slightly lower temperatures provide respite from the previous month's heat, ushering in a cooler environment. Rainfall levels continue to be prominent, registering 98mm (3.86"), a slight reduction from April's 101mm (3.98"). Covering almost half of the sky, clouds paint a moodier picture of the city. Despite reduced sunlight hours compared to the earlier months, May presents a unique distinctiveness to Abengourou's weather.

Temperature

May records an average high-temperature of a tropical 34.1°C (93.4°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. In May, the nighttime temperature in Abengourou lowers to an average of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is appraised at a life-threatening hot 53°C (127.4°F). Be wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are highly anticipated. With continued activity, heatstroke is very likely.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In Abengourou, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Abengourou, in May, it is raining for 25 days, with typically 98mm (3.86") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Abengourou, Ivory Coast, there are 241.5 rainfall days, and 924mm (36.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Abengourou is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of May, in Abengourou, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:26 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May translates into these guidelines:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.