May weather forecastTéhini, Ivory Coast

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a fiery hot month in Téhini, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.9°C (100.2°F) and 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Temperature

The ushering in of May brings an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 37.9°C (100.2°F), closely mirroring the 39.3°C (102.7°F) of April. In Téhini, May nights witness a steady temperature drop to a moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 49°C (120.2°F). Note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke can follow with prolonged activity.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Téhini, Ivory Coast, is 51%.

Rainfall

In Téhini, Ivory Coast, during May, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Téhini, Ivory Coast, there are 129.4 rainfall days, and 491mm (19.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:31 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Téhini is May, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.

UV index

February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Téhini. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 8 suggests these recommendations:
Being careless can result in skin and eye damage. Always take the necessary safety measures. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.