May weather forecast
Jalalabad, Afghanistan

May in Jalalabad, Afghanistan, embodies the true essence of summer with conspicuous spikes in temperature. Direct sunshine is at its peak, with the longer days promising an abundance of daylight. The UV index remains at a dangerous level, making sun safety measures crucial. Alongside this, the humidity drops and the rainfall reaches its lowest point, emphasizing the dry weather conditions. Temperature measurements oscillate from 19.8°C (67.6°F) to a high of 34.7°C (94.5°F), marking this month as one of the hottest throughout the year.

Temperature

May's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F) in April to a tropical 34.7°C (94.5°F). Jalalabad reports a significant contrast between daytime and nighttime temperatures, with an average low of 19.8°C (67.6°F) in May.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Jalalabad, Afghanistan, is 47%.

Rainfall

In Jalalabad, Afghanistan, during May, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation. In Jalalabad, during the entire year, the rain falls for 39 days and collects up to 182mm (7.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Jalalabad, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of May in Jalalabad, sunrise is at 04:57 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:36 and sunset at 18:54 +0430.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Jalalabad is 9.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Jalalabad is 11. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 11 during May translates into the following guidance:
Practice every precaution of necessity, unprotected skin and eyes might burn in minutes. 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. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Apply generously and frequently a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every two hours, or immediately after swimming or any outdoor exercise.