May weather forecastSimbaya, Guinea

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Simbaya, is another very hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.2°C (95.4°F) and 22.8°C (73°F).

Temperature

May indicates a minor shift in the average high-temperature, from April's torrid 39°C (102.2°F) to a still fiery hot 35.2°C (95.4°F). Simbaya experiences a significant downturn from peak daytime temperatures throughout May, with the average low-temperature dipping to an agreeable 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is computed to be a blazing hot 51°C (123.8°F). Vigilance: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. The likelihood of heatstroke increases with continued activity.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important 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.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In Simbaya, in May, it is raining for 24.2 days, with typically 127mm (5") of accumulated precipitation. In Simbaya, during the entire year, the rain falls for 209.7 days and collects up to 1688mm (66.46") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of May in Simbaya, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 19:11 GMT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.