May weather forecastKipini, Kenya

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a moderately hot month in Kipini, Kenya, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.8°C (78.4°F) and max 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Temperature

Kipini's average high-temperature in May is a warm 29.3°C (84.7°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 31.1°C (88°F) of April. In May, a low-temperature average of 25.8°C (78.4°F) is characteristic of Kipini, marking a minor shift from daytime temperatures.

Heat index

For May, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 24.4 days and accumulates 156mm (6.14") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature is 28.3°C (82.9°F).
Note: For swimming, diving, or other water activities, temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) provide the most enjoyable experience for extended periods without discomfort.

Daylight

In Kipini, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:15 EAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.8h of sunshine, May has the least sunshine of the year.

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 are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Caution! The reflection of sand and water significantly increases the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.