May weather forecast
Beniche, Guinea-Bissau

May, the last month of the spring in Beniche, is also a sweltering month, with an average temperature varying between 35.3°C (95.5°F) and 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during May is a still torrid 35.3°C (95.5°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. Beniche cools down to an average low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F) throughout the month of May.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is computed to be a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Precaution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are possible. Heatstroke is a serious risk with continued exertion.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial 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.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Beniche is 56%.

Rainfall

In Beniche, in May, during 4 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103.1 rainfall days, and 677mm (26.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Beniche, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:18. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:25 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Beniche are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.