May weather forecast
Beafada, Guinea-Bissau

May, the last month of the spring in Beafada, is also a fiery hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.2°C (73.8°F) and 37.6°C (99.7°F).

Temperature

The transition from April to May sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a still very hot 37.6°C (99.7°F), from a not significantly different 39.5°C (103.1°F). The anticipated average low-temperature for May, a warm 23.2°C (73.8°F), shows a substantial deviation from the daytime maximums.

Heat index

May's average heat index is estimated at a life-threatening hot 53°C (127.4°F). Guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are foreseeable. Prolonged effort may bring about heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. 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 highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

In Beafada, the average relative humidity in May is 59%.

Rainfall

In Beafada, Guinea-Bissau, during May, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation. In Beafada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.7 days and collects up to 868mm (34.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 40min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 19:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 19:20 GMT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.