May weather forecastKissidougou, Guinea

Weather in May

May arrives in Kissidougou with an amplified radiance, evident by the longer daylight hours. The persistent cloud cover creates dreamy landscapes, turning the city into a surreal scenery. The increased fluvial frequency is in sync with the high humidity, producing balmy weather conditions. Rainfall their zenith at 131mm (5.16") in May, emphasizing its status as the heart of the monsoon season. The drop in wind speeds adds to the overall clamminess of the weather, refashioning May into a soothsayer of the impending intense monsoons.

Temperature

In May, Kissidougou experiences a minor shift in meteorological conditions with average high-temperatures marked at a still hot 31.1°C (88°F), closely mirroring the climate in April. Kissidougou experiences a mean temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) during May nights.

Heat index

May's mean heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

In Kissidougou, the average relative humidity in May is 84%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 26.9 days. Throughout May, 131mm (5.16") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kissidougou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 237 days and collects up to 1388mm (54.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:56 GMT.

Sunshine

In Kissidougou, Guinea, the average sunshine in May is 7.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.