May weather forecast
Gbingue, Burkina Faso

May, the last month of the spring in Gbingue, is also a sweltering month, with an average temperature varying between 37.9°C (100.2°F) and 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Temperature

Gbingue experiences a transition to a still fiery hot 37.9°C (100.2°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of May, not greatly differing from April's 39.3°C (102.7°F). An average nighttime temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F) is observed during May.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is appraised at a burning hot 49°C (120.2°F). Keep guard: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued activity increases the risk of heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Gbingue, Burkina Faso, is 51%.

Rainfall

In May, in Gbingue, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout May, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gbingue, there are 129.4 rainfall days, and 491mm (19.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gbingue, Burkina Faso, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:33 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.

UV index

February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 8 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Always prioritize safety measures. Rapid harm can befall unprotected skin and eyes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.