May weather forecast
Mandritsara, Madagascar

The last month of the autumn, May, is another hot month in Mandritsara, Madagascar, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.3°C (72.1°F) and an average high of 30°C (86°F).

Temperature

As May unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a still hot 30°C (86°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. During the month of May, Mandritsara experiences a steady low-temperature average of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is evaluated at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout May, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated. In Mandritsara, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.2 days and collects up to 1328mm (52.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:27. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:19 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.