May weather forecast
Lemboumbou, Congo

May, the last month of the autumn in Lemboumbou, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.6°C (70.9°F) and an average high of 30°C (86°F).

Temperature

As Lemboumbou welcomes May, the average high-temperature records at a still hot 30°C (86°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. The average temperature in Lemboumbou drops to a pleasant 21.6°C (70.9°F) during the night in the month of May.

Heat index

May's heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In Lemboumbou, Congo, the average relative humidity in May is 88%.

Rainfall

In Lemboumbou, during May, the rain falls for 27.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 151mm (5.94") of precipitation. In Lemboumbou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 274.1 days and collects up to 1640mm (64.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Lemboumbou, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of May in Lemboumbou, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:09 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Lemboumbou is 6.7h.

UV index

January through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Lemboumbou. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.