May weather forecast
Issac, Gabon

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

Temperature

The beginning of May records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.4°C (88.5°F), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. The average nighttime temperature in Issac lowers to a warm 23.2°C (73.8°F) throughout May.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. 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. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

In Issac, the average relative humidity in May is 87%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Issac, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of May, in Issac, Gabon, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:20 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. 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. 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.