May weather forecastChiépo, Ivory Coast

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Chiépo, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.6°C (90.7°F) and min 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Temperature

At the onset of May, Chiépo records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.6°C (90.7°F), showing little deviation from the preceding month. The average temperature drops to a pleasant 22.9°C (73.2°F) during the night in the month of May.

Heat index

May's heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 48°C (118.4°F). Alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to occur. Prolonged exertion can lead to heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Chiépo is 82%.

Rainfall

In Chiépo, in May, during 27.6 rainfall days, 115mm (4.53") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 297.2 rainfall days, and 1111mm (43.74") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Chiépo, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:30 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Chiépo, Ivory Coast, 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 in Chiépo, Ivory Coast. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.