May weather forecast
Botoku, Ghana

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Botoku, Ghana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.5°C (92.3°F) and an average low of 24°C (75.2°F).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Botoku's average high-temperature at the onset of May, reaching a tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F) from April's 35°C (95°F). In Botoku, May nights witness a steady temperature drop to a moderately hot 24°C (75.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 48°C (118.4°F). Keep guard: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued activity increases the risk of heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather 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 essentially critical for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In Botoku, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Botoku, during May, the rain falls for 21.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 80mm (3.15") of precipitation. In Botoku, during the entire year, the rain falls for 237.6 days and collects up to 980mm (38.58") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Botoku, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:11 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Botoku, Ghana, is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Botoku, Ghana, are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.