May weather forecastQasta, Egypt

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a hot month in Qasta, Egypt, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.8°C (91°F) and an average low of 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Temperature

May's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from a warm 28.8°C (83.8°F) in April to a hot 32.8°C (91°F). Qasta records a marked daily temperature contrast, with an average low-temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F) during the nights of May.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 49%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 0.8 rainfall days, in May, Qasta aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Qasta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 22.2 days and collects up to 19mm (0.75") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Qasta, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of May, in Qasta, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 12.1h.

UV index

In Qasta, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in May translates into this advice:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.