May weather forecastMepom, Ghana

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Mepom, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 23.3°C (73.9°F) and 33°C (91.4°F).

Temperature

With May's arrival, Mepom's weather records an average high-temperature of a still hot 33°C (91.4°F), marking little difference from April's 34.6°C (94.3°F). An average nighttime temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F) is witnessed throughout May.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 48°C (118.4°F). Stay mindful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke could follow extended physical effort.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Mepom is 80%.

Rainfall

In Mepom, in May, during 24.3 rainfall days, 99mm (3.9") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 282.6 rainfall days, and 1104mm (43.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Mepom is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:13 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.