May weather forecastFoya Customs, Liberia

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Foya Customs, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 21.9°C (71.4°F) and 32.1°C (89.8°F).

Temperature

Foya Customs experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.1°C (89.8°F) in May, closely aligned with April's 34.8°C (94.6°F). In Foya Customs, an average nighttime temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F) is expected during May.

Heat index

May's average heat index is estimated at a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Stay mindful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke could follow extended physical effort.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 84%.

Rainfall

In Foya Customs, in May, it is raining for 28.8 days, with typically 166mm (6.54") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 252.4 rainfall days, and 1704mm (67.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Foya Customs, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 30min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:56 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.