May weather forecast
Sandérékro, Ivory Coast

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Sandérékro, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23°C (73.4°F) and 34°C (93.2°F).

Temperature

May registers an average high-temperature of a hot 34°C (93.2°F), slightly varied from April's 36.2°C (97.2°F). Sandérékro experiences a consistent average temperature of 23°C (73.4°F) throughout the nights in May.

Heat index

The heat index for May is estimated at a life-threatening hot 49°C (120.2°F). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Sandérékro is 75%.

Rainfall

In May, in Sandérékro, Ivory Coast, the rain falls for 21.7 days. Throughout May, 88mm (3.46") of precipitation is accumulated. In Sandérékro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 201.6 days and collects up to 788mm (31.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:33 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Sandérékro is 8.4h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.