May weather forecastNjombé, Cameroon

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Njombé, Cameroon, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.2°C (90°F) and min 21.6°C (70.9°F).

Temperature

Njombé's weather in May displays an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.2°C (90°F), showing minor disparity from April's 33.3°C (91.9°F). Njombé in May anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Be careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may result from extended activity.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital 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.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Njombé, in May, it is raining for 28.6 days, with typically 121mm (4.76") of accumulated precipitation. In Njombé, during the entire year, the rain falls for 284.9 days and collects up to 1521mm (59.88") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:30 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in May translates into these instructions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Njombé in May has an average high-temperature of 32.2°C (90°F) and an average low-temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 44°C (111.2°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

In Njombé, during May, the rain falls for 28.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 121mm (4.76") of precipitation.

The average day length in May is 12h and 20min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:30 WAT.

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In Njombé, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average high temperature

33.3°C

32.2°C

30.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

4.3km/h

4.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

2.2

1.9

0.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Njombé, Cameroon

Average high temperature in May: 32.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (34.9°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (28.3°C).

Average low temperature in May: 21.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (22.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and July (20.9°C).

Average pressure in May
Njombé, Cameroon

Average pressure in May: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Njombé, Cameroon

Average wind speed in May: 3.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (4.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May, June, July, October and November (3.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Njombé, Cameroon

Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (62%).

Average rainfall in May
Njombé, Cameroon

Average rainfall in May: 121mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (264mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (16mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Njombé, Cameroon

Average rainfall days in May: 28.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (29.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Njombé, Cameroon

Average daylight in May: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

Average sunshine in May: 8h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Njombé, Cameroon

Average sunshine days in May: 1.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Njombé, Cameroon

Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).