May weather forecastNgayi, Congo

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another tropical month in Ngayi, Congo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.4°C (72.3°F) and 31.7°C (89.1°F).

Temperature

The commencement of May brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.7°C (89.1°F), marking an inconsequential divergence from April. Ngayi's nighttime temperature in May falls to an average of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is estimated at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Ngayi, during May, the rain falls for 24.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 112mm (4.41") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ngayi, Congo, there are 270.9 rainfall days, and 1169mm (46.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of May, in Ngayi, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:01 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Ngayi is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ngayi are January through July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.