May weather forecast
Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo

May

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another hot month in Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.2°C (90°F) and 21°C (69.8°F).

Temperature

In May, Gengwa notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.2°C (90°F), hardly different from the preceding month. Gengwa reports an average low-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F) during the nights of May.

Heat index

During May, the heat index is evaluated at a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Watchful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are predicted. Continued exertion could lead to heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In Gengwa, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo, in May, during 15.1 rainfall days, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gengwa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 208.5 days and collects up to 811mm (31.93") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Gengwa, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of May in Gengwa, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:24 CAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Gengwa is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gengwa are January, May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during May translates into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Gengwa in May?
May temperatures in Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo, vary between a high-temperature of 32.2°C (90°F) and a low-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in May is evaluated at 43°C (109.4°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Gengwa?
In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.
How many days does it rain in May in Gengwa?
In May, in Gengwa, the rain falls for 15.1 days. Throughout May, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in May in Gengwa?
In Gengwa, the average day length in May is 11h and 59min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Gengwa?
On the first day of May in Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:24 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Gengwa have in May?
In Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Gengwa?
January, May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo.
What is the UV index reading in May in Gengwa?
In Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May - Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average temperature in May
Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average high temperature in May: 32.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (34.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 21°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.3°C).

Average pressure in May - Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average pressure in May
Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average pressure in May: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1011.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average wind speed in May
Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average wind speed in May: 4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, April, May, July and September (4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.4km/h).

Average humidity in May - Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average humidity in May
Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (49%).

Average rainfall in May - Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average rainfall in May
Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall in May: 51mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (117mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (8mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average rainfall days in May
Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (24.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.2 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May - Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average sunshine days in May
Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (5 days).

Average UV index in May - Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average UV index in May
Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May - Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average cloud cover in May
Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in May - Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average visibility in May
Gengwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, October, November and December (7km).

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