May weather forecastBengoni, Kenya

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Bengoni, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.8°C (83.8°F) and min 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Temperature

With the transition into May, Bengoni notes an average high-temperature of a warm 28.8°C (83.8°F), closely resembling April. Nighttime temperature in Bengoni reflects an average dip to a still moderately hot 24.9°C (76.8°F) in May, subtly cooler than its daytime highs.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is appraised at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. 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 quite important for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.4 days and accumulates 94mm (3.7") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Bengoni is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of May in Bengoni, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:17 EAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 8.1h of sunshine, May has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bengoni are January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in May, in Bengoni, is 28.8°C (83.8°F) and the average low-temperature is 24.9°C (76.8°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 34°C (93.2°F).

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 22.4 days and typically aggregates up to 94mm (3.7") of precipitation.

In Bengoni, Kenya, in May, it is raining for 22.4 days, with typically 94mm (3.7") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in May is 11h and 57min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:17 EAT.

May has the least sunshine of the year in Bengoni, with an average of 8.1h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.1h.

The months with the highest UV index in Bengoni are January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Bengoni is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average high temperature in May: 28.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 24.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average pressure in May: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in May: 26km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (28.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (13.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in May: 94mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (17mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in May: 22.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in May: 5.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Bengoni, Kenya

  • 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).