May weather forecast
Moutampa, Congo

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

Temperature

Moutampa measures an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F) in May, nearly consistent with the preceding month. In May, Moutampa's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 22.1°C (71.8°F) during the night.

Heat index

May's average heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:53 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.