May weather forecastAbobo, Ivory Coast

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Abobo, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and an average low of 26.2°C (79.2°F).

Temperature

Abobo's average high-temperature marks a warm 29.8°C (85.6°F) with the advent of May, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. Abobo's average temperature during the nights of May is recorded at 26.2°C (79.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is evaluated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression 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 are highly important for children. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Abobo, during May, the rain falls for 26.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 107mm (4.21") of precipitation. In Abobo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 288.7 days and collects up to 1009mm (39.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:26 GMT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. 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: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during May morphs into the following directions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. 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. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Abobo, in May, the average high-temperature is 29.8°C (85.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 26.2°C (79.2°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 37°C (98.6°F).

In Abobo, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

In Abobo, during May, the rain falls for 26.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 107mm (4.21") of precipitation.

In Abobo, Ivory Coast, the average day length in May is 12h and 22min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:26 GMT.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Abobo is 8.4h.

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Average temperature in May
Abobo, Ivory Coast

Average high temperature in May: 29.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (30.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (26.3°C).

Average low temperature in May: 26.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.4°C).

Average pressure in May
Abobo, Ivory Coast

Average pressure in May: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Abobo, Ivory Coast

Average wind speed in May: 12km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (14.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Abobo, Ivory Coast

Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Abobo, Ivory Coast

Average rainfall in May: 107mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (232mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (33mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Abobo, Ivory Coast

Average rainfall days in May: 26.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (28.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (16.1 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Abobo, Ivory Coast

Average daylight in May: 12h and 24min

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

Average sunshine in May: 8h and 24min

The months with the most sunshine are January and April (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Abobo, Ivory Coast

Average sunshine days in May: 2.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and September (0.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Abobo, Ivory Coast

Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Abobo, Ivory Coast

Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in May
Abobo, Ivory Coast

Average visibility in May: 10km

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