May weather forecastLaoudi-Ba, Ivory Coast

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Laoudi-Ba, is another tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.8°C (73°F) and 34°C (93.2°F).

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Laoudi-Ba's average high-temperature is noted with the start of May, touching a tropical 34°C (93.2°F) from April's 35.8°C (96.4°F). During the month of May, Laoudi-Ba anticipates a mean low-temperature of 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is appraised at a blazing hot 49°C (120.2°F). Alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to occur. Prolonged exertion can lead to heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. 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 is 75%.

Rainfall

In Laoudi-Ba, during May, the rain falls for 22.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 97mm (3.82") of precipitation. In Laoudi-Ba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.2 days and collects up to 811mm (31.93") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Laoudi-Ba is 12h and 30min.
On the first day of May in Laoudi-Ba, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:26 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.2h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Laoudi-Ba, Ivory Coast.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Laoudi-Ba. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.