May weather forecast and climate
Owando, Congo

The last month of the autumn, May, is another hot month in Owando, Congo, with average temperature varying between 21°C (69.8°F) and 30°C (86°F).

Temperature

In May, the average high-temperature is practically the same as in April - a still hot 30°C (86°F). In May, the average low-temperature is 21°C (69.8°F).

Rainfall

In Owando, in May, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 173mm (6.81") of accumulated precipitation. In Owando, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131 days and collects up to 1569mm (61.77") of precipitation.

Daylight

January through November, with an average of 12.1h of daylight, are months with the shortest days in Owando, Congo.

Sunshine

February through June, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Owando, Congo. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from unsafe exposure to the UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 12 translate into the following recommendations:
Practice all-important precautions. Light skin people may get burned in less than 5 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Even on cloudy days, a sunscreen with a minimum 30 sun protection factor should be generously applied and frequently re-applied, including after every swim or outdoor exercise.