May weather forecastOlombo, Congo

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a hot month in Olombo, Congo, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.3°C (88.3°F) and an average low of 22.8°C (73°F).

Temperature

In May, Olombo experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 31.8°C (89.2°F) in April to a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F). Throughout the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 22.8°C (73°F) is noted.

Heat index

The heat index in May is appraised at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Olombo, in May, during 24.3 rainfall days, 116mm (4.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Olombo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 276.3 days and collects up to 1248mm (49.13") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Olombo, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:55 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in May translates into these instructions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.