May weather forecast
Biankouma, Ivory Coast

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Biankouma, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°C (88.7°F) and 20.9°C (69.6°F).

Temperature

The transition into May reveals an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.5°C (88.7°F), mirroring a close resemblance to April. During May, the nighttime temperature in Biankouma averages of 20.9°C (69.6°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 84%.

Rainfall

In Biankouma, in May, it is raining for 28.9 days, with typically 208mm (8.19") of accumulated precipitation. In Biankouma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 270.6 days and collects up to 1604mm (63.15") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Biankouma, Ivory Coast, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:44 GMT.

Sunshine

In Biankouma, the average sunshine in May is 7.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Biankouma is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.