May weather forecast
Bioko, Congo

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a moderately hot month in Bioko, Congo, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.9°C (76.8°F) and an average high of 28.8°C (83.8°F).

Temperature

May brings an average high-temperature of a warm 28.8°C (83.8°F), showing a slight difference from April's 30.1°C (86.2°F). Recording a slight drop from the daily maximum, Bioko notes an average low temperature of 24.9°C (76.8°F) in the month of May.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is estimated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May through December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Bioko, in May, during 17.4 rainfall days, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 217.2 rainfall days, and 881mm (34.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Bioko is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:07 WAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Bioko are April, May and December, with an average of 8.2h of sunshine.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Bioko is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.