May weather forecastYetsou, Gabon

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another tropical month in Yetsou, Gabon, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31°C (87.8°F) and an average low of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Temperature

May's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. In the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Heat index

May's heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Prudent: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Heatstroke becomes imminent with sustained exertion.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Yetsou is 87%.

Rainfall

In Yetsou, in May, during 29 rainfall days, 198mm (7.8") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Yetsou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 297.6 days and collects up to 1831mm (72.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:15 WAT.

Sunshine

In Yetsou, Gabon, the average sunshine in May is 6.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Yetsou is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.