May weather forecast
Tarkwa, Ghana

May signifies the beginning of a slight decrease in temperatures in Tarkwa, yet the city remains quite warm. Still, the extended daylight hours and increased rainfall promote a humid climate. Wind speed decreases slightly but remains gentle. In May, a significant jump to 163mm (6.42") of rainfall spanning 29.4 days is recorded, marking it as the month with the second-highest rainfall in the year.

Temperature

The weather in Tarkwa during May records an average high-temperature of a still hot 32°C (89.6°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. During May, Tarkwa sees a mean low-temperature of 23.9°C (75°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is estimated at a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F). Heed: Expect heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continued action may cause heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

In Tarkwa, the average relative humidity in May is 83%.

Rainfall

In Tarkwa, Ghana, in May, it is raining for 29.4 days, with typically 163mm (6.42") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 325.1 rainfall days, and 1485mm (58.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Tarkwa, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:18 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Tarkwa is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.