May weather forecastDoungou, Congo

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Doungou, 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 21.6°C (70.9°F).

Temperature

Doungou marks the start of May with an average high-temperature of a warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from April's 30.5°C (86.9°F). Doungou sees an average low-temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F) during May.

Heat index

May's mean heat index is calculated to be a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In Doungou, the average relative humidity in May is 85%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 23 days. Throughout May, 121mm (4.76") of precipitation is accumulated. In Doungou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 234.2 days and collects up to 1298mm (51.1") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of May, in Doungou, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:58 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 5.7h.

UV index

January through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Doungou, Congo. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.