May weather forecastSassalemba, Angola
May weather forecast for Sassalemba, Angola: Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. In May, the average heat index, which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 37°C (98.6°F).
May
Weather in May
The last month of the autumn, May, is also a moderately hot month in Sassalemba, Angola, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.1°C (75.4°F) and 29.9°C (85.8°F).Temperature
The introduction of May sees an average high-temperature of a warm 29.9°C (85.8°F), hardly deviating from 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 evaluated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.
Humidity
April and May, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Sassalemba.Rainfall
In Sassalemba, during May, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 456mm (17.95") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 11h and 43min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 17:53 WAT.
Sunshine
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. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during May morphs into the following directions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Sassalemba, Angola
- Average high temperature in May: 29.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (25.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 24.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (20.2°C).
Average pressure in May
Sassalemba, Angola
- Average pressure in May: 1011.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.1mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Sassalemba, Angola
- Average wind speed in May: 10.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and May (10.4km/h).
Average humidity in May
Sassalemba, Angola
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are April and May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Sassalemba, Angola
- Average rainfall in May: 22mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (89mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and July (2mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Sassalemba, Angola
- Average rainfall days in May: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.4 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sassalemba, Angola
- Average daylight in May: 11h and 42min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 24min
The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Sassalemba, Angola
- Average sunshine days in May: 18.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (3.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Sassalemba, Angola
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Sassalemba, Angola
- Average cloud cover in May: 24
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in May
Sassalemba, Angola
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
