May weather forecast
Lolobi-Kumasi, Ghana

May, the last month of the spring in Lolobi-Kumasi, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24°C (75.2°F) and 33.5°C (92.3°F).

Temperature

As Lolobi-Kumasi welcomes May, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F), showing little deviation from April's 35°C (95°F). Throughout the month of May, Lolobi-Kumasi witnesses an average temperature of 24°C (75.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 48°C (118.4°F). Take note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke can occur with prolonged effort.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Lolobi-Kumasi, in May, it is raining for 21.8 days, with typically 80mm (3.15") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lolobi-Kumasi, there are 237.6 rainfall days, and 980mm (38.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:11 GMT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye 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. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.