May weather forecast
Guéna, Congo

May, the last month of the autumn in Guéna, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.9°C (76.8°F) and max 28.8°C (83.8°F).

Temperature

As Guéna welcomes May, the average high-temperature records at a warm 28.8°C (83.8°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. Guéna, during the nights of May, averages a temperature close to its daytime high, at a still moderately hot 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is evaluated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. 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.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

May through December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Guéna.

Rainfall

In Guéna, during May, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 54mm (2.13") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Guéna, there are 217.2 rainfall days, and 881mm (34.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of May in Guéna, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:05 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Guéna, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.