May weather forecast
Mayamboula, Congo

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

Temperature

During May, Mayamboula observes a subtle ascent to a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F) from April's 31°C (87.8°F) in the average high-temperature. In Mayamboula, May is marked by an average low-temperature of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Heat index

May's heat index is calculated to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 23.6 days. Throughout May, 101mm (3.98") of precipitation is accumulated. In Mayamboula, during the entire year, the rain falls for 243.1 days and collects up to 1109mm (43.66") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:54 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, March through May, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.