May weather forecast
Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a moderately hot month in Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.1°C (75.4°F) and 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

Shifting into May, Maji ya Chumvi records an average high-temperature of a warm 29.2°C (84.6°F), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. Throughout May, Maji ya Chumvi witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is calculated to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. 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. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

January, May, September through December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in Maji ya Chumvi.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 48mm (1.89") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Maji ya Chumvi is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of May, in Maji ya Chumvi, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:17 EAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is May, with an average of 7.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.