May weather forecast
Arabuko, Kenya

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a moderately hot month in Arabuko, Kenya, with an average temperature varying between 29.3°C (84.7°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

Arabuko signifies an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F) in May, closely mirroring the 30.8°C (87.4°F) of April. Arabuko experiences a minimal drop from daytime high temperatures, recording an average low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) throughout May.

Heat index

In May, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Arabuko, in May, it is raining for 19.9 days, with typically 69mm (2.72") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 184.6 rainfall days, and 473mm (18.62") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Arabuko, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:16 EAT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and May, with an average of 8.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Arabuko are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Arabuko. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May leads to these instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. 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. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.