May weather forecast
Bouni, Comoros

As Bouni, Comoros, settles into May, the weather further dries up. Compared to April, the showers decrease noticeably, paving the way for brighter days. The city also encounters a substantial increase in wind speeds, marking the onset of stronger breezes. With the cyclone season now behind, Bouni residents and tourists can enjoy plenty of sunshine. Though the temperatures start to drop slightly, the overall weather remains pleasantly warm, making outdoor activities more enjoyable.

Temperature

Bouni marks the onset of May with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.5°C (81.5°F), a subtle shift from April's 28.4°C (83.1°F). May registers an average low temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F) in Bouni, subtly lower than the daytime maximum.

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 30°C (86°F). If exposure and activity are sustained, they might cause a feeling of weariness, resulting in heat cramps.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, in Bouni, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout May, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bouni, during the entire year, the rain falls for 190.9 days and collects up to 867mm (34.13") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bouni, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of May, in Bouni, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:49 EAT.

Sunshine

May and June, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bouni. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.