May weather forecast
Mawé, Burkina Faso

The last month of the spring, May, is another very hot month in Mawé, Burkina Faso, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.5°C (101.3°F) and 26.9°C (80.4°F).

Temperature

Mawé's weather in May indicates an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 38.5°C (101.3°F), nearly consistent with the 39.7°C (103.5°F) of April. May's average low-temperature reading settles at a moderately hot 26.9°C (80.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for May is appraised at a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Be cautious: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are predicted. Heatstroke is a possible consequence of continuous physical effort.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In Mawé, the average relative humidity in May is 46%.

Rainfall

In Mawé, in May, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 57mm (2.24") of accumulated precipitation. In Mawé, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.4 days and collects up to 574mm (22.6") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mawé, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:38 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are May and June, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 8 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Take all necessary measures. Eyes and skin are at risk if left unprotected. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.