May weather forecastAmbohipaky, Madagascar

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Ambohipaky, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Temperature

During May, Ambohipaky observes a subtle ascent to a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F) from April's 31.5°C (88.7°F) in the average high-temperature. In May, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is computed to be a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In Ambohipaky, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

Rainfall

In Ambohipaky, in May, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 9mm (0.35") of accumulated precipitation. In Ambohipaky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.2 days and collects up to 1006mm (39.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:34 EAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Ambohipaky is 7.6h.

UV index

January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.