May weather forecast
Atok, Cameroon

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Atok, Cameroon, with an average temperature varying between 19.8°C (67.6°F) and 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Atok's average high-temperature at the onset of May, reaching a moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F) from April's 31.9°C (89.4°F). In Atok, an average low-temperature of 19.8°C (67.6°F) is recorded during May nights.

Heat index

May's heat index is computed to be a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. 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.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In Atok, the average relative humidity in May is 84%.

Rainfall

In Atok, in May, during 28.2 rainfall days, 176mm (6.93") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Atok, there are 241.2 rainfall days, and 1247mm (49.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Atok is 12h and 18min.
On the first day of May in Atok, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:16 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Atok, Cameroon. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.