May weather forecast
Gambaga, Ghana

May, the last month of the spring in Gambaga, is also a fiery hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.5°C (83.3°F) and max 39.5°C (103.1°F).

Temperature

The weather during May records an average high-temperature of a fiery hot 39.5°C (103.1°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. In Gambaga, the nighttime temperature averages to a moderately hot 28.5°C (83.3°F) during May.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 49°C (120.2°F). Beware: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are very likely. Heatstroke is imminent with prolonged activity.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In Gambaga, Ghana, the average relative humidity in May is 43%.

Rainfall

In Gambaga, during May, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.8 rainfall days, and 446mm (17.56") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:20 GMT.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through May, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 8 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Without adequate protection, skin and eyes might suffer damage. Ensure precautions are in place. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.