May weather forecast
Balikumbat, Cameroon

May

Weather in May

May brings a more settled rainy season in Balikumbat, with the city experiencing its highest rainfall recorded at 214mm (8.43"). The temperature continues its decrease, further enhancing the rainy environment. The month witnesses the shortest sunlight hours, reducing the opportunity for outdoor activities. Despite these factors, Balikumbat's landscape becomes lush and verdant, a testament to the transformative power of the rain. Thus, May is quintessential of the rainy season in Balikumbat.

Temperature

The beginning of May in Balikumbat records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.7°C (76.5°F), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. An average low-temperature of 15.9°C (60.6°F) is recorded during the nights in May in Balikumbat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 86%.

Rainfall

In Balikumbat, during May, the rain falls for 30.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 214mm (8.43") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Balikumbat, there are 252.6 rainfall days, and 2095mm (82.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Balikumbat, Cameroon, is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of May in Balikumbat, Cameroon, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:29 WAT.

Sunshine

In Balikumbat, Cameroon, the average sunshine in May is 7.5h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Balikumbat. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Balikumbat?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 24.7°C (76.5°F) and 15.9°C (60.6°F) respectively. In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Balikumbat?
In Balikumbat, Cameroon, the average relative humidity in May is 86%.
How many days does it rain in May in Balikumbat?
In Balikumbat, in May, during 30.2 rainfall days, 214mm (8.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in May in Balikumbat?
In Balikumbat, Cameroon, the average day length in May is 12h and 23min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Balikumbat?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:29 WAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Balikumbat have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 7.5h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Balikumbat?
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in May in Balikumbat?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Balikumbat is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average sunshine
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Average visibility
Average temperature in May
Balikumbat, Cameroon
  • Average high temperature in May: 24.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (21.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 15.9°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (17.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (14.2°C).

Average pressure in May
Balikumbat, Cameroon
  • Average pressure in May: 1012.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Balikumbat, Cameroon
  • Average wind speed in May: 3.8km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (4.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June, July and September (3.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Balikumbat, Cameroon
  • Average humidity in May: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (41%).

Average rainfall in May
Balikumbat, Cameroon
  • Average rainfall in May: 214mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (356mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (6mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Balikumbat, Cameroon
  • Average rainfall days in May: 30.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.9 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Balikumbat, Cameroon
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Balikumbat, Cameroon
  • Average sunshine days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (29.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Balikumbat, Cameroon
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and March (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May
Balikumbat, Cameroon
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in May
Balikumbat, Cameroon
  • Average visibility in May: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August and September (6km).

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