May weather forecast
Kiongwe, Kenya

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a moderately hot month in Kiongwe, Kenya, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.3°C (84.7°F) and an average low of 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

Kiongwe, Kenya, measures an average high-temperature of a warm 29.3°C (84.7°F) in May, nearly consistent with the preceding month. During May, the nighttime temperatures in Kiongwe, Kenya, align closely with the daytime averages, measuring a still moderately hot 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is calculated to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Kiongwe is May, when the rain falls for 24.4 days and typically aggregates up to 156mm (6.14") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kiongwe, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of May, in Kiongwe, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:14 EAT.

Sunshine

May has the least sunshine of the year in Kiongwe, with an average of 7.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kiongwe, Kenya. The months with the lowest UV index in Kiongwe are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following advice:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.