May weather forecastFirawa, Guinea

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Firawa, Guinea, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°C (88°F) and 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Temperature

The high-temperature average in May for Firawa is a still tropical 31.1°C (88°F), staying closely aligned with April's conditions. Firawa registers a consistent average low-temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) during May.

Heat index

For May, the heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Keep guard: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued activity increases the risk of heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. 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 'feels like' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 84%.

Rainfall

In Firawa, in May, it is raining for 26.9 days, with typically 131mm (5.16") of accumulated precipitation. In Firawa, Guinea, during the entire year, the rain falls for 237 days and collects up to 1388mm (54.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Firawa is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of May in Firawa, Guinea, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:55 GMT.

Sunshine

In Firawa, the average sunshine in May is 7.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.