May weather forecast
Lebamba, Gabon

May represents a slight shift in the weather trends of Lebamba. While the temperatures remain relatively high, the month experiences less rainfall and slightly more sunshine than April, bringing about a slight decrease in humidity. May is the transition period from the wet to the drier months, but the area's tropical monsoon climate still dominates. Average maximum wind gusts are seen to slightly reduce to 6.3km/h (3.9mph), providing a welcome relief from high temperatures and humidity, and contributing to the overall bearable weather. The relative humidity indicated a minor increase, standing at 87% for the region.

Temperature

Lebamba's shift into May sets the average high-temperature at a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from April's 31.9°C (89.4°F). The month of May records an average low-temperature of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Heat index

In May, the heat index is calculated to be an extremely hot 43°C (109.4°F). Guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are foreseeable. Prolonged effort may bring about heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lebamba, during May, the rain falls for 29 days and regularly aggregates up to 198mm (7.8") of precipitation. In Lebamba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 297.6 days and collects up to 1831mm (72.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Lebamba, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:11 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 6.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.