May weather forecast
Loaka, Congo

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

Temperature

During May, the average high-temperature is a warm 28.8°C (83.8°F), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. Loaka in May experiences a minor decline in temperature, with an average low of 24.9°C (76.8°F) at night.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is calculated to be a very hot 35°C (95°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Loaka, Congo, is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:06 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Loaka, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.