May weather forecast
Makokou, Gabon

May sees a slight decrease in rainfall figures, from 200mm (7.87") down to 186mm (7.32"), but it remains a rainfall heavy month in the city. The constant temperatures, UV Index, daylight and sunshine hours continue to mark the city’s steady weather patterns. The city experiences the highest number of rainy days this month. Moving forward, as May transitions into June, temperatures are expected to drop slightly, even as the rainfall lessens considerably.

Temperature

As May unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Makokou observes an average low-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F) during May.

Rainfall

In Makokou, during May, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 186mm (7.32") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127 rainfall days, and 1626mm (64.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:10 WAT.

Sunshine

February through May, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Makokou.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Makokou. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 12 during May translates into these guidelines:
Take all necessary precautions, as unprotected skin can burn in minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. One should apply and reapply liberally a broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ every two hours and immediately after a swim or an outdoor exercise.