May weather forecastDakacha, Kenya

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Dakacha, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.3°C (84.7°F) and min 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

The transition into May shows a subtle variation to a warm 29.3°C (84.7°F) from April's 30.8°C (87.4°F) in the average high-temperature. In May, Dakacha temperatures settle at a low of 25.3°C (77.5°F) during the nights, reflecting a minor change from daytime highs.

Heat index

The heat index value during May is appraised at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Dakacha, Kenya, in May, during 19.9 rainfall days, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 184.6 rainfall days, and 473mm (18.62") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Dakacha, Kenya, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:17 EAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Dakacha. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during May morphs into the following directions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Frequently asked questions

In May, in Dakacha, the average high-temperature is 29.3°C (84.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.3°C (77.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in May is appraised at 35°C (95°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

In Dakacha, Kenya, in May, it is raining for 19.9 days, with typically 69mm (2.72") of accumulated precipitation.

In Dakacha, Kenya, the average day length in May is 11h and 59min.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in May in Dakacha is 8.1h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Dakacha, Kenya, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

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

  • Average high temperature in May: 29.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 25.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are August and September (23.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Dakacha, Kenya

  • Average pressure in May: 1012.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Dakacha, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in May: 26.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (28.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (14.6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Dakacha, Kenya

  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, October and November (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Dakacha, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in May: 69mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (14mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Dakacha, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dakacha, 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: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dakacha, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Dakacha, Kenya

  • Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Dakacha, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Dakacha, 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).