May weather forecast
Doutie, Burkina Faso

The last month of the spring, May, is also a fiery hot month in Doutie, Burkina Faso, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.5°C (99.5°F) and an average low of 26°C (78.8°F).

Temperature

Doutie marks the arrival of May with an average high-temperature of a still very hot 37.5°C (99.5°F), hardly different from April's 39.1°C (102.4°F). Throughout the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F) is noted.

Heat index

The heat index for May is appraised at a life-threatening hot 48°C (118.4°F). Alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to occur. Prolonged exertion can lead to heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. 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 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In Doutie, Burkina Faso, the average relative humidity in May is 51%.

Rainfall

In Doutie, in May, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 129.7 rainfall days, and 548mm (21.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:34 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.5h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 8 translates into these guidelines:
Take the necessary steps to protect yourself; unprotected skin and eyes are vulnerable to damage. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.