May weather forecastDeduako, Ghana

Weather in May

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

Temperature

Deduako ushers in May with an average high-temperature of a tropical 33.4°C (92.1°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. Deduako, in May, observes a steady average low-temperature of 22.2°C (72°F).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 51°C (123.8°F). Stay mindful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke could follow extended physical effort.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 82%.

Rainfall

In Deduako, in May, it is raining for 26.6 days, with typically 107mm (4.21") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 266 rainfall days, and 1071mm (42.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Deduako, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of May in Deduako, 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

The average sunshine in May in Deduako is 8.4h.

UV index

In Deduako, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.