May weather forecastMayama, Congo

Weather in May

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

Temperature

May's presence records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), closely mirroring April's climate. Mayama experiences an average low-temperature of 22.1°C (71.8°F) in the month of May.

Heat index

For May, the heat index is computed to be a scorching 40°C (104°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. 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. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to 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.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In Mayama, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Mayama, in May, it is raining for 23.6 days, with typically 101mm (3.98") of accumulated precipitation. In Mayama, Congo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 243.1 days and collects up to 1109mm (43.66") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of May in Mayama, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:55 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, March through May, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Mayama. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during May translates into the following directions:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.