May weather forecast
Paynesville, Liberia

The mercury dips slightly in May, bringing the average high temperature down to 29.3°C (84.7°F). May is the wettest month in Paynesville, boasting the highest rainfall quantity, 164mm (6.46"), distributed over 28.5 days. The gusty conditions become a frequent sight, with wind speeds recording a monthly average of 9.7km/h (6mph). Despite the high levels of precipitation, the weather continues to remain predictably tropical, albeit with a cooler edge. The sharp rise in rainfall and a dip in temperatures characterize May compared to previous months.

Temperature

Paynesville, Liberia, greets May with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Paynesville's nocturnal May readings average at a still warm 26°C (78.8°F), showing little variation from the daytime temperatures.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is estimated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Paynesville, during May, the rain falls for 28.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 164mm (6.46") of precipitation. In Paynesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 298.8 days and collects up to 1903mm (74.92") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Paynesville, the average length of the day in May 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, in Paynesville, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:54 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Paynesville is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Paynesville are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.