May weather forecast
Gbawe, Ghana

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Gbawe, Ghana, with an average temperature varying between 32°C (89.6°F) and 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Temperature

Transitioning into May, Gbawe records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32°C (89.6°F), almost identical to April's 33.3°C (91.9°F). An average low-temperature of 25.2°C (77.4°F) is noted during the month of May.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is appraised at a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In Gbawe, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Gbawe, in May, it is raining for 22.2 days, with typically 69mm (2.72") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 256.5 rainfall days, and 783mm (30.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Gbawe, Ghana, is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:11 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.6h.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Gbawe. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.