May weather forecast
Quilunda, Angola

The last month of the autumn, May, is another warm month in Quilunda, Angola, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.9°C (85.8°F) and an average low of 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Temperature

Quilunda experiences a minor change to a moderately hot 29.9°C (85.8°F) in average high-temperature during May, closely reflecting April. In Quilunda, the average temperature during the nights of May drops to a still warm 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Heat index

May's heat index is estimated at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. 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 essentially critical for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Quilunda, during May, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation. In Quilunda, 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 is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 17:52 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Quilunda are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.