May weather forecastBura, Kenya

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a hot month in Bura, Kenya, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.8°C (92.8°F) and min 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Temperature

Bura transitions into May recording an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.8°C (92.8°F), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. Bura records a mean low-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F) in May.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Bura is 60%.

Rainfall

In May, in Bura, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout May, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bura, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.3 days and collects up to 326mm (12.83") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Bura, Kenya, is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of May in Bura, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:18 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Bura is 8.3h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index in Bura are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May leads to these advisories:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.