May weather forecast
Matembo, Congo

May, the last month of the autumn in Matembo, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and an average low of 22°C (71.6°F).

Temperature

The onset of May marks an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), hardly differing from April's 30.9°C (87.6°F). Matembo's average low-temperature in May is measured at an agreeable 22°C (71.6°F).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is appraised at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 85%.

Rainfall

In Matembo, in May, it is raining for 25.1 days, with typically 113mm (4.45") of accumulated precipitation. In Matembo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 228.5 days and collects up to 1086mm (42.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:01 WAT.

Sunshine

In Matembo, the average sunshine in May is 7.8h.

UV index

January, February, May through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.