May weather forecast
Ganture, Guinea-Bissau

May, the last month of the spring in Ganture, is also a scorching month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.1°C (75.4°F) and max 40.5°C (104.9°F).

Temperature

May's weather records an average high-temperature of a still scorching 40.5°C (104.9°F), showing little deviation from April. Despite higher daytime temperatures, nighttime averages fall to a moderately hot 24.1°C (75.4°F) in May in Ganture.

Heat index

The heat index for May is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 52°C (125.6°F). Precaution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are possible. Heatstroke is a serious risk with continued exertion.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In Ganture, the average relative humidity in May is 44%.

Rainfall

In May, in Ganture, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout May, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109.1 rainfall days, and 654mm (25.75") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ganture, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 42min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 19:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 19:24 GMT.

Sunshine

In Ganture, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Ganture. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 8 during May translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety measures are in place, as skin and eyes are vulnerable to quick damage. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.