May weather forecast
Akieni, Gabon

The last month of the autumn, May, is another hot month in Akieni, Gabon, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.4°C (86.7°F) and 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

The onset of May marks an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.4°C (86.7°F), hardly differing from April's 31.1°C (88°F). During the month of May, the temperature falls to an average of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is estimated at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Akieni, in May, during 25.1 rainfall days, 137mm (5.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Akieni, during the entire year, the rain falls for 293.4 days and collects up to 1534mm (60.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Akieni is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:04 WAT.

Sunshine

In Akieni, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.