May weather forecastMandongoi, Kenya

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another tropical month in Mandongoi, Kenya, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.8°C (92.8°F) and 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Temperature

Mandongoi's average high-temperature in May is a still hot 33.8°C (92.8°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 34.3°C (93.7°F) of April. In Mandongoi, the average nighttime temperature during May is a warm 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

May's heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant 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.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 60%.

Rainfall

In Mandongoi, in May, during 6.1 rainfall days, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mandongoi, there are 103.3 rainfall days, and 326mm (12.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mandongoi, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of May in Mandongoi, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:26 EAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Mandongoi is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Mandongoi are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Mandongoi, Kenya, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. 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. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.