May weather forecastBolondo, Equatorial Guinea

May

Weather in May

May heralds a shift in Bolondo's weather with total rainfall reaching the maximum for the year at 40mm (1.57"). The drop in average high temperature to 27.8°C (82°F), coupled with decreasing daylight hours, indicates the transition into the cooler season. The cloudy skies dominate this month, with cloud cover reaching its highest percentage so far. Despite the fewer sunshine hours, the UV index remains unchanged, indicating a continued need for sun protection. Winds become a bit stronger, shaping the typical weather pattern of May.

Temperature

As Bolondo welcomes May, the average high-temperature records at a still warm 27.8°C (82°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. Bolondo observes a minimal variance in temperature, with a consistent average low of 24.2°C (75.6°F) during the nights of May.

Heat index

In May, the heat index is estimated at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Prolonged activity during exposure might result in a state of fatigue and cause heat cramps.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. 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.

Humidity

In Bolondo, the average relative humidity in May is 86%.

Rainfall

In Bolondo, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.3 rainfall days, and 288mm (11.34") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bolondo, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:25 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

May through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 27.8°C (82°F) and a low-temperature of 24.2°C (75.6°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).

In Bolondo, Equatorial Guinea, the average relative humidity in May is 86%.

In Bolondo, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation.

In May, the average day length is 12h and 11min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:25 WAT.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Bolondo is 7.7h.

The months with the lowest UV index are May through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In Bolondo, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Bolondo, Equatorial Guinea

  • Average high temperature in May: 27.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (28.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (26.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 24.2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are February and April (24.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (22.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Bolondo, Equatorial Guinea

  • Average pressure in May: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Bolondo, Equatorial Guinea

  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (13.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (7.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Bolondo, Equatorial Guinea

  • Average humidity in May: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (83%).

Average rainfall in May
Bolondo, Equatorial Guinea

  • Average rainfall in May: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (42mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (13mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Bolondo, Equatorial Guinea

  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bolondo, Equatorial Guinea

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 42min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bolondo, Equatorial Guinea

  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Bolondo, Equatorial Guinea

  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Bolondo, Equatorial Guinea

  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Bolondo, Equatorial Guinea

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).