May weather forecastGaska, Liberia

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Gaska, Liberia, with an average temperature ranging between min 26°C (78.8°F) and max 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Temperature

April's transformation into May witnesses an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.3°C (84.7°F), noting a minor change from the preceding month. Gaska, in May, registers a nighttime average temperature of 26°C (78.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for May is computed to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. 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 are primarily vital for children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, in Gaska, the rain falls for 28.5 days. Throughout May, 164mm (6.46") of precipitation is accumulated. In Gaska, 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 is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:54 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Gaska, Liberia, 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 in Gaska. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.