May weather forecastBouemba, Congo

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Bouemba, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.8°C (73°F) and max 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

May experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F), barely different from April's 31.8°C (89.2°F). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 22.8°C (73°F) is expected.

Heat index

May's average heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Bouemba, in May, during 24.3 rainfall days, 116mm (4.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 276.3 rainfall days, and 1248mm (49.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bouemba, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:53 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.