May weather forecastIméno, Gabon

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another hot month in Iméno, Gabon, with an average temperature varying between 22.1°C (71.8°F) and 31°C (87.8°F).

Temperature

With the transition into May, Iméno notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), closely resembling April. Iméno observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 22.1°C (71.8°F) during the month of May.

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is estimated at a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Keep wary: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a possible outcome of ongoing activity.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Iméno, in May, during 29 rainfall days, 198mm (7.8") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Iméno, Gabon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 297.6 days and collects up to 1831mm (72.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Iméno, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of May in Iméno, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:11 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Iméno is 6.7h.

UV index

In Iméno, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.