May weather forecastLibat, Kenya
May
Weather in May
The last month of the autumn, May, is also a hot month in Libat, Kenya, with an average temperature varying between 24.3°C (75.7°F) and 33.8°C (92.8°F).Temperature
May ushers in an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.8°C (92.8°F), aligning closely with the preceding month. Throughout May, the nighttime temperature averages to a moderately hot 24.3°C (75.7°F).Heat index
The heat index value during May is appraised at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.
Humidity
In Libat, the average relative humidity in May is 60%.Rainfall
In Libat, in May, during 6.1 rainfall days, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Libat, 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 Libat is 12h and 5min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:16 EAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Libat, Kenya, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Libat. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Libat, Kenya
- Average high temperature in May: 33.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (35.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (32.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 24.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (22.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Libat, Kenya
- Average pressure in May: 1012mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1009.7mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Libat, Kenya
- Average wind speed in May: 25.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (29.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.8km/h).
Average humidity in May
Libat, Kenya
- Average humidity in May: 60%
The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (52%).
Average rainfall in May
Libat, Kenya
- Average rainfall in May: 6mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (102mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and July (1mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Libat, Kenya
- Average rainfall days in May: 6.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.3 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Libat, Kenya
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 6min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Libat, Kenya
- Average sunshine days in May: 21.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (7.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Libat, 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
Libat, Kenya
- Average cloud cover in May: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in May
Libat, 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).
