May weather forecastBacanda, Ivory Coast

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bacanda, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.9°C (73.2°F) and 32.6°C (90.7°F).

Temperature

Bacanda notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.6°C (90.7°F) in May, displaying minor variation from April. Bacanda, during the nights of May, experiences an average temperature drop to a pleasant 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 48°C (118.4°F). Take caution: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may be imminent with ongoing effort.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In May, in Bacanda, the rain falls for 27.6 days. Throughout May, 115mm (4.53") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bacanda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 297.2 days and collects up to 1111mm (43.74") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bacanda, Ivory Coast, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of May in Bacanda, Ivory Coast, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:30 GMT.

Sunshine

In Bacanda, the average sunshine in May is 7.5h.

UV index

January through May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.