May weather forecast
Kongwe, Cameroon

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Kongwe, Cameroon, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.5°C (76.1°F) and an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

With the onset of May, a modest change to a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F) from April's 31.4°C (88.5°F) is noted in high-temperature. The average temperature during May nights dips to a moderately hot 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is estimated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Kongwe, in May, it is raining for 23.9 days, with typically 167mm (6.57") of accumulated precipitation. In Kongwe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 256.6 days and collects up to 1889mm (74.37") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:30 WAT.

Sunshine

In Kongwe, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.