May weather forecast and climate
Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso

Mayo, the last month of the spring, in Bobo-Dioulasso, is another hot month, with average temperature fluctuating between 23.8°C (74.8°F) and 34.5°C (94.1°F).

Temperature

In Bobo-Dioulasso, the average high-temperature in Mayo is almost the same as in Abril - a hot 34.5°C (94.1°F). In Mayo, in Bobo-Dioulasso, the average low-temperature is 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in Mayo is estimated at a blistering 45°C (113°F). Be wary - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are highly anticipated. With continued activity, heatstroke is very likely.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. With the exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature', 'feels like', 'real feel', or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines both air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. This effect is individual, with diverse people perceiving weather differently for numerous reasons (differences in body mass, height, and shape, wind, pregnancy), and activity. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. If the body can not disperse the excessive heat and body temperature reaches conditions of hyperthermia, above 37.5°C (99.5°F) to 38.3°C (100.9°F), thermal conditions are potentially life-threatening.

Humidity

In Mayo, the average relative humidity in Bobo-Dioulasso is 63%.

Rainfall

In Mayo, in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout Mayo, 102.1mm (4.02") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85 days and collects up to 1001.1mm (39.41") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bobo-Dioulasso, the average length of the day is 12.6h.

Sunshine

In Bobo-Dioulasso, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

Febrero through Septiembre, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to the UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 12 interpret into the following advice:
Take all required precautions, as unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Even on cloudy days, a sunscreen with a minimum 30 sun protection factor should be generously applied and frequently re-applied, including after every swim or outdoor exercise.