May weather forecast
Clay Ashland, Liberia

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Clay Ashland, Liberia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26°C (78.8°F) and an average high of 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Temperature

The unfolding of May shows an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), indicating a slight variance from April's 29.8°C (85.6°F). Clay Ashland, in May, logs an average low-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F), a subtle step down from daytime readings.

Heat index

For May, the heat index is evaluated at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Clay Ashland, in May, it is raining for 28.5 days, with typically 164mm (6.46") of accumulated precipitation. In Clay Ashland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 298.8 days and collects up to 1903mm (74.92") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Clay Ashland is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:54 GMT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.5h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following advice:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.