May weather forecastFougamou, Gabon

Weather in May

The city’s weather in May marks a shift from previous months as temperatures marginally decrease to 31.4°C (88.5°F). Fundamentally identified by its heavy downpours, this month holds the record for the highest amount of rainfall, totaling 160mm (6.3") over 27.3 days. As a result, the city gains an impressive green hue, complemented by 12.1 hours of daylight. This period, marked by 6.9 sunshine hours daily and an elevated cloud cover, contributes to the overall cool and damp weather conditions.

Temperature

The onset of May marks an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.4°C (88.5°F), hardly differing from April's 32.3°C (90.1°F). Fougamou encounters a steady low-temperature average of 23.2°C (73.8°F) throughout the month of May.

Heat index

The heat index in May is estimated at a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Remain cautious: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are foreseeable. Ongoing activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 87%.

Rainfall

In Fougamou, during May, the rain falls for 27.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 160mm (6.3") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fougamou, Gabon, there are 263 rainfall days, and 1311mm (51.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of May in Fougamou, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:17 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Fougamou is 6.9h.

UV index

March, May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Fougamou. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in May translates into this advice:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.