May weather forecast
Ayem, Gabon

As Ayem, Gabon enters mid-year, May has a set of unique weather features to offer. May continues to follow April's weather trend with considerable rainfall; however, an increased amount of 164mm (6.46") is recorded. The sunlight hours continue to decline while temperatures maintain their stability with minor fluctuations. The humidity index reaches its peak during this month, magnifying the thick moist atmosphere that characterises Ayem's weather.

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a still hot 30.3°C (86.5°F) in May, hardly different from the 30.8°C (87.4°F) recorded in April. Ayem, during the month of May, experiences an average low-temperature of 21.4°C (70.5°F).

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is evaluated at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Ayem, Gabon, is 87%.

Rainfall

In May, in Ayem, the rain falls for 28.9 days. Throughout May, 164mm (6.46") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 313.6 rainfall days, and 1610mm (63.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ayem, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:15 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Ayem is 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.