May weather forecastJamba, Guinea-Bissau

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Jamba, is also a blistering month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.5°C (104.9°F) and an average low of 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Temperature

May brings an average high-temperature of a still scorching 40.5°C (104.9°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. Jamba notes a substantial temperature decline from the daytime peaks throughout May, with an average nighttime temperature of 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 52°C (125.6°F). Be prepared: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Continued activity may lead to heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Jamba is 44%.

Rainfall

In Jamba, in May, during 3.3 rainfall days, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Jamba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.1 days and collects up to 654mm (25.75") of precipitation.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Jamba are March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 8 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Always stay safe. Unprotected skin and eyes can get damaged rapidly. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.