May weather forecastSonel-Louamba, Congo

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a hot month in Sonel-Louamba, Congo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.5°C (86.9°F) and 22°C (71.6°F).

Temperature

The commencement of May records an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), barely varying from April's 30.9°C (87.6°F). In the month of May, the average temperature in Sonel-Louamba dips to an agreeable 22°C (71.6°F) during the night.

Heat index

The heat index in May is calculated to be an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. 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 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 85%.

Rainfall

In Sonel-Louamba, Congo, in May, it is raining for 25.1 days, with typically 113mm (4.45") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sonel-Louamba, Congo, there are 228.5 rainfall days, and 1086mm (42.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sonel-Louamba, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of May in Sonel-Louamba, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:01 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Sonel-Louamba is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, May through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.