May weather forecastCocody, Ivory Coast

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Cocody, Ivory Coast, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.2°C (79.2°F) and an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

May brings an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. Cocody records a negligible downturn from daytime temperatures, averaging a low of 26.2°C (79.2°F) in the month of May.

Heat index

The heat index value during May is appraised at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Cocody, Ivory Coast, is 79%.

Rainfall

In Cocody, in May, during 26.8 rainfall days, 107mm (4.21") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cocody, there are 288.7 rainfall days, and 1009mm (39.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cocody, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of May, 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 in Cocody are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Cocody, records 29.8°C (85.6°F), while the low-temperature is 26.2°C (79.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in May is appraised at 37°C (98.6°F).

The average relative humidity in May in Cocody, Ivory Coast, is 79%.

In Cocody, in May, it is raining for 26.8 days, with typically 107mm (4.21") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in May in Cocody 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, in Cocody, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:26 GMT.

In Cocody, Ivory Coast, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cocody, 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
Cocody, 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
Cocody, 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
Cocody, 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
Cocody, 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
Cocody, 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
Cocody, 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
Cocody, 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
Cocody, 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
Cocody, 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
Cocody, 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).