May weather forecastKato, Ivory Coast

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Kato, is another torrid month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.6°C (96.1°F) and an average low of 22.8°C (73°F).

Temperature

Kato experiences an average high-temperature of a still very hot 35.6°C (96.1°F) in May, subtly different from April's 37.4°C (99.3°F). In Kato, a significant divergence from daytime highs is recorded, with average lows of 22.8°C (73°F) during May nights.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is appraised at a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Stay wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Heatstroke can ensue from extended effort.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In Kato, the average relative humidity in May is 62%.

Rainfall

In Kato, Ivory Coast, in May, during 16.3 rainfall days, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kato, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.8 days and collects up to 892mm (35.12") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:42 GMT.

Sunshine

In Kato, the average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

In Kato, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in May leads to these guidelines:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 35.6°C (96.1°F) and 22.8°C (73°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in May is appraised at 48°C (118.4°F).

The average relative humidity in May in Kato is 62%.

In Kato, Ivory Coast, in May, during 16.3 rainfall days, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in May in Kato, Ivory Coast, is 12h and 31min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, in Kato, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:42 GMT.

The average sunshine duration in May in Kato, Ivory Coast, is 9.3h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Kato is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Kato, Ivory Coast

  • Average high temperature in May: 35.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (37.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 22.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (23.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.4°C).

Average pressure in May
Kato, Ivory Coast

  • Average pressure in May: 1010.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and April (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Kato, Ivory Coast

  • Average wind speed in May: 8.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Kato, Ivory Coast

  • Average humidity in May: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (19%).

Average rainfall in May
Kato, Ivory Coast

  • Average rainfall in May: 79mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (223mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Kato, Ivory Coast

  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.4 days).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kato, Ivory Coast

  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Kato, Ivory Coast

  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are March and April (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Kato, Ivory Coast

  • Average cloud cover in May: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in May
Kato, Ivory Coast

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (7km).