May weather forecastMucumbi, Angola

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is a tropical month in Mucumbi, Angola, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.9°C (87.6°F) and 18.8°C (65.8°F).

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Mucumbi's average high-temperature is noted with the start of May, touching a tropical 30.9°C (87.6°F) from April's 29.3°C (84.7°F). Mucumbi experiences a significant reduction from daytime highs with an average low-temperature of 18.8°C (65.8°F) in May.

Heat index

The heat index for May is appraised at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. 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 particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

In Mucumbi, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Mucumbi, in May, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 60mm (2.36") of accumulated precipitation. In Mucumbi, Angola, during the entire year, the rain falls for 208.7 days and collects up to 1182mm (46.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Mucumbi is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:48 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Mucumbi is 7.3h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.