May weather forecast
Ancumbo, Guinea-Bissau

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Ancumbo, Guinea-Bissau, with an average temperature varying between 33.7°C (92.7°F) and 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Temperature

The shift to May signals an average high-temperature of a tropical 33.7°C (92.7°F), subtly varied from April's 35°C (95°F). Ancumbo encounters an average low-temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F) during May nights.

Heat index

The heat index for May is evaluated at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 60%.

Rainfall

In Ancumbo, during May, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ancumbo, Guinea-Bissau, there are 107.5 rainfall days, and 726mm (28.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ancumbo, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 39min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:24 GMT.

Sunshine

March through May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Ancumbo.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Ancumbo, Guinea-Bissau, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May translates into the following guidance:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.