May weather forecastNdouba, Congo

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another tropical month in Ndouba, Congo, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21°C (69.8°F) and an average high of 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a still tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F) in May, hardly different from the 31.3°C (88.3°F) recorded in April. The month of May records an average low-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F) in Ndouba.

Heat index

In May, the heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. 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.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Ndouba is 85%.

Rainfall

In Ndouba, in May, it is raining for 26.5 days, with typically 142mm (5.59") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 304 rainfall days, and 1415mm (55.71") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ndouba, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:04 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Ndouba, Congo, is 8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. 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: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.