May weather forecast
Kenema, Liberia

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

Temperature

The start of May marks an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in April. Kenema, in May, registers an average low temperature of 26°C (78.8°F), showing a minute reduction from daily highs.

Heat index

May's heat index is appraised at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In Kenema, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 28.5 days. Throughout May, 164mm (6.46") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kenema, 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 26min.
On the first day of May in Kenema, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:58 GMT.

Sunshine

In Kenema, the average sunshine in May is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.