May weather forecast
Doukouyo, Ivory Coast

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Doukouyo, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.1°C (91.6°F) and min 22.2°C (72°F).

Temperature

Doukouyo sees the arrival of May with an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.1°C (91.6°F), indicating a subtle variation from April. Throughout the nights in May, Doukouyo experiences an average low-temperature of 22.2°C (72°F).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 50°C (122°F). Be on the lookout: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Continued exertion can result in heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 82%.

Rainfall

In Doukouyo, during May, the rain falls for 25.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 100mm (3.94") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Doukouyo, there are 261.6 rainfall days, and 919mm (36.18") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:34 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.