May weather forecast
Mariakani, Kenya

May, the last month of the autumn in Mariakani, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.1°C (75.4°F) and an average high of 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

With the advent of May, Mariakani's high-temperatures adjust to a moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. During May, the temperature is averaged to a low of 24.1°C (75.4°F) at night.

Heat index

In May, the heat index is computed to be a torrid 35°C (95°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. 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 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Mariakani are January, May, September through December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

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

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of May, in Mariakani, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:17 EAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.9h of sunshine, May has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during May translates into the following directions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.