May weather forecast
Mpaka, Congo

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a moderately hot month in Mpaka, Congo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.8°C (83.8°F) and 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Temperature

Mpaka marks the start of May with an average high-temperature of a warm 28.8°C (83.8°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from April's 30.1°C (86.2°F). Throughout May, Mpaka reports a steady low-temperature average of 24.9°C (76.8°F), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

May through December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Mpaka, in May, it is raining for 17.4 days, with typically 54mm (2.13") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mpaka, there are 217.2 rainfall days, and 881mm (34.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:06 WAT.

Sunshine

April, May and December, with an average of 8.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Mpaka.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.