May weather forecastNorth Horr, Kenya
May weather for North Horr, Kenya: May, the last month of the spring in North Horr, is another tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 21.8°C (71.2°F) and 30.8°C (87.4°F). The months with the highest UV index in North Horr are January through March, May through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in North Horr, is another tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 21.8°C (71.2°F) and 30.8°C (87.4°F).Temperature
The advent of May sees the average high-temperature at a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), subtly shifted from April's 30.6°C (87.1°F). North Horr's temperature lowers to a mean of 21.8°C (71.2°F) during the nights in May.Heat index
Throughout May, the heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. 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 meaningful for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.
Humidity
In North Horr, Kenya, the average relative humidity in May is 61%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout May, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in North Horr, there are 132.2 rainfall days, and 663mm (26.1") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in North Horr, Kenya, is 12h and 16min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:38 EAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in North Horr is 9.4h.UV index
January through March, May through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in North Horr. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
North Horr, Kenya
- Average high temperature in May: 30.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (32.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is November (29.5°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 21.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (20.8°C).
Average pressure in May
North Horr, Kenya
- Average pressure in May: 1011.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
North Horr, Kenya
- Average wind speed in May: 21.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (27.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (13.9km/h).
Average humidity in May
North Horr, Kenya
- Average humidity in May: 61%
The month with the highest relative humidity is April (65%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (44%).
Average rainfall in May
North Horr, Kenya
- Average rainfall in May: 31mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (169mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
North Horr, Kenya
- Average rainfall days in May: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (1.2 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
North Horr, Kenya
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
North Horr, Kenya
- Average sunshine days in May: 17.2 days
The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (29 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (4.9 days).
Average UV index in May
North Horr, Kenya
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, October and November (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
North Horr, Kenya
- Average cloud cover in May: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in May
North Horr, 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).
