May weather forecastDamongo, Ghana

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Damongo, is another very hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and an average high of 36.4°C (97.5°F).

Temperature

Damongo marks the arrival of May with an average high-temperature of a still torrid 36.4°C (97.5°F), hardly different from April's 38.4°C (101.1°F). In Damongo, the May nights cool down to an average low of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is estimated at a life-threatening hot 51°C (123.8°F). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 62%.

Rainfall

In Damongo, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 69mm (2.72") of accumulated precipitation. In Damongo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 715mm (28.15") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:23 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.4h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Damongo.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in May leads to these guidelines:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.