May weather forecast
Ossouélé, Gabon

The last month of the autumn, May, is another tropical month in Ossouélé, Gabon, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.4°C (86.7°F) and min 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

Ossouélé experiences a minor change to a still hot 30.4°C (86.7°F) in average high-temperature during May, closely reflecting April. An average low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F) is anticipated throughout the nights in Ossouélé, Gabon, during May.

Heat index

The heat index value during May is appraised at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Ossouélé, Gabon, is 84%.

Rainfall

In Ossouélé, in May, it is raining for 25.1 days, with typically 137mm (5.39") of accumulated precipitation. In Ossouélé, Gabon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 293.4 days and collects up to 1534mm (60.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Ossouélé, Gabon, is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:02 WAT.

Sunshine

In Ossouélé, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.