May weather forecastMinta, Cameroon

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Minta, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and an average low of 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Temperature

Minta experiences a transition to a moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of May, not greatly differing from April's 31.9°C (89.4°F). During May, the average low-temperature is recorded at an enjoyable 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is calculated to be a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 84%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:17 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.