May weather forecastBantama, Ghana

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bantama, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.4°C (92.1°F) and 22.2°C (72°F).

Temperature

At the onset of May, Bantama records an average high-temperature of a tropical 33.4°C (92.1°F), showing little deviation from the preceding month. In May, the average low-temperature in Bantama records at a pleasant 22.2°C (72°F) during the nights.

Heat index

For May, the heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 51°C (123.8°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. 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. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In Bantama, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.

Rainfall

In Bantama, in May, it is raining for 26.6 days, with typically 107mm (4.21") of accumulated precipitation. In Bantama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 265.7 days and collects up to 1056mm (41.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bantama, Ghana, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:18 GMT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.