May weather forecast
Mansiédi, Congo

The last month of the autumn, May, is another hot month in Mansiédi, Congo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Temperature

Mansiédi, Congo, experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F) with the onset of May, subtly varied from April's 31°C (87.8°F). Mansiédi records an average nighttime low of 22.1°C (71.8°F) in May.

Heat index

The heat index value during May is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, in Mansiédi, Congo, the rain falls for 23.6 days. Throughout May, 101mm (3.98") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mansiédi, there are 243.1 rainfall days, and 1109mm (43.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Mansiédi, Congo, is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of May in Mansiédi, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:55 WAT.

Sunshine

In Mansiédi, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Mansiédi are January, March through May, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.