May weather forecastPopa, Gabon

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another tropical month in Popa, Gabon, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.4°C (88.5°F) and 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

The advent of May brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.4°C (88.5°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Popa's temperature lowers to a mean of 21.8°C (71.2°F) during the nights in May.

Heat index

May's mean heat index is appraised at a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to occur. Prolonged exertion can lead to heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. 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 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. 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. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Popa, during May, the rain falls for 27.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 182mm (7.17") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Popa, Gabon, there are 311.1 rainfall days, and 1474mm (58.03") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Popa is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of May, in Popa, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:09 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.