May weather forecastUtama, Guinea-Bissau

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Utama, is another very hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.8°C (74.8°F) and max 35.3°C (95.5°F).

Temperature

The advent of May sees the average high-temperature at a still torrid 35.3°C (95.5°F), subtly shifted from April's 36.7°C (98.1°F). The month of May records an average low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is appraised at a blistering 44°C (111.2°F). Take note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke can occur with prolonged effort.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 56%.

Rainfall

In May, in Utama, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout May, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is accumulated. In Utama, Guinea-Bissau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.1 days and collects up to 677mm (26.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:19. On the last day of May, in Utama, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:26 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Utama are 35.3°C (95.5°F) and 23.8°C (74.8°F) respectively. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 44°C (111.2°F).

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

In Utama, Guinea-Bissau, in May, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 11mm (0.43") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in May in Utama is 12h and 41min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:26 GMT.

In Utama, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Utama, Guinea-Bissau.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Utama, Guinea-Bissau, is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Utama, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average high temperature in May: 35.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (37.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (29.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 23.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°C).

Average pressure in May
Utama, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average pressure in May: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Utama, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average wind speed in May: 12.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Utama, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average humidity in May: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (26%).

Average rainfall in May
Utama, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average rainfall in May: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (254mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Utama, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average rainfall days in May: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.1 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Utama, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 48min

The months with the most sunshine are March and April (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Utama, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average sunshine days in May: 25.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Utama, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Utama, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average cloud cover in May: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in May
Utama, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).