May weather forecastBimbila, Ghana

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another torrid month in Bimbila, Ghana, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.6°C (79.9°F) and max 36.8°C (98.2°F).

Temperature

Shifting into May, Bimbila records an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 36.8°C (98.2°F), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. May brings Bimbila a consistent average low-temperature of 26.6°C (79.9°F).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is estimated at a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Beware: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are on the cards. Heatstroke could result from sustained physical activity.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 55%.

Rainfall

In May, in Bimbila, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout May, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 124.5 rainfall days, and 570mm (22.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Bimbila is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of May, in Bimbila, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:15 GMT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.