May weather forecastBelas, Angola

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Belas, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.1°C (75.4°F) and an average high of 29.9°C (85.8°F).

Temperature

Belas observes an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.9°C (85.8°F) in May, barely different from 30.4°C (86.7°F) in April. May sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Heat index

May's average heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Belas are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Belas, in May, during 9.8 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Belas, Angola, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 456mm (17.95") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Belas is 11h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 17:54 WAT.

Sunshine

In Belas, the average sunshine in May is 7.4h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Belas. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.