May weather forecast
Kindamba, Angola

The last month of the autumn, May, is another hot month in Kindamba, Angola, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.5°C (86.9°F) and 22°C (71.6°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during May registers at a still tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F), closely corresponding to the preceding month. Nighttime temperatures in May average to a pleasant 22°C (71.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is estimated at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 85%.

Rainfall

In Kindamba, during May, the rain falls for 25.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 113mm (4.45") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 228.5 rainfall days, and 1086mm (42.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Kindamba is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of May, in Kindamba, Angola, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:02 WAT.

Sunshine

In Kindamba, the average sunshine in May is 7.8h.

UV index

January, February, May through July, October through December, 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 health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.