May weather forecastAnonébéré, Gabon

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a hot month in Anonébéré, Gabon, with an average temperature varying between 23.2°C (73.8°F) and 31.4°C (88.5°F).

Temperature

The transition into May marks the average high-temperature at a still hot 31.4°C (88.5°F), differing minimally from April's 32.3°C (90.1°F). Anonébéré's nighttime temperature in May drops to an average of 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Anonébéré is 87%.

Rainfall

In Anonébéré, in May, it is raining for 27.3 days, with typically 160mm (6.3") of accumulated precipitation. In Anonébéré, during the entire year, the rain falls for 263 days and collects up to 1311mm (51.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

May and July, with an average of 12h and 6min of daylight, are months with the shortest days.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:18 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are March, May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.