May weather forecast
Otali, Congo

The last month of the autumn, May, is another hot month in Otali, Congo, with an average temperature varying between 31.3°C (88.3°F) and 22.8°C (73°F).

Temperature

The introduction of May sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F), hardly deviating from April. Throughout the month of May, Otali expects an average low of 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is appraised at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. 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 sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In Otali, Congo, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Otali, in May, during 24.3 rainfall days, 116mm (4.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Otali, there are 276.3 rainfall days, and 1248mm (49.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:56 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. 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 ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.