May weather forecastMongolo, Congo

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Mongolo, is another tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.4°C (72.3°F) and 31.5°C (88.7°F).

Temperature

In May, Mongolo's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.5°C (88.7°F), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. Throughout May nights, Mongolo registers an average low-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

May's heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

In Mongolo, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Mongolo, during May, the rain falls for 25.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 121mm (4.76") of precipitation. In Mongolo, Congo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 277.8 days and collects up to 1195mm (47.05") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mongolo, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:52 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May translates into the following guidance:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.