May weather forecastMadimba, Angola

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is a tropical month in Madimba, Angola, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.9°C (69.6°F) and an average high of 30.5°C (86.9°F).

Temperature

May is marked by an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F), almost identical to the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 20.9°C (69.6°F) is recorded in the month of May in Madimba.

Heat index

In May, the heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. 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 gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In May, in Madimba, the rain falls for 22.9 days. Throughout May, 96mm (3.78") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Madimba, there are 233.4 rainfall days, and 1301mm (51.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:53 WAT.

Sunshine

In Madimba, the average sunshine in May is 6.6h.

UV index

January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Madimba. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.