May weather forecastCupapa, Equatorial Guinea
May
Weather in May
With May in Cupapa, temperatures remain steady while the rainfall continues its escalation. The city of Cupapa in May witnesses cloudy skies and increased humidity. May weather implies the continuation of the established rainy season with few sunny days. Extraordinarily, May's rainfall reaches a high point with 245mm (9.65") over 28.7 days, the heaviest observed in the year thus far.Temperature
May's weather in Cupapa, Equatorial Guinea, records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.2°C (82.8°F), showing little deviation from April. Cupapa registers a gentle descent to an average nighttime low of 26.9°C (80.4°F) in May from its daytime highs.Heat index
In May, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Cupapa are January, April, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Cupapa, during May, the rain falls for 28.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 245mm (9.65") of precipitation. In Cupapa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 318.9 days and collects up to 2594mm (102.13") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Cupapa is 12h and 17min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:31 WAT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Cupapa, Equatorial Guinea, is 8.4h.UV index
January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Cupapa, Equatorial Guinea
- Average high temperature in May: 28.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (28.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (25.5°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 26.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (27.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (24.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Cupapa, Equatorial Guinea
- Average pressure in May: 1011.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.8mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Cupapa, Equatorial Guinea
- Average wind speed in May: 9.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (13.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9.7km/h).
Average humidity in May
Cupapa, Equatorial Guinea
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April, May and December (78%).
Average rainfall in May
Cupapa, Equatorial Guinea
- Average rainfall in May: 245mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (412mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (51mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Cupapa, Equatorial Guinea
- Average rainfall days in May: 28.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (21.3 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cupapa, Equatorial Guinea
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Cupapa, Equatorial Guinea
- Average sunshine days in May: 1.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and August (0.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Cupapa, Equatorial Guinea
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Cupapa, Equatorial Guinea
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in May
Cupapa, Equatorial Guinea
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).
