The month of
May in
Sidi Youssef Ben Ali is distinguished by noticeably higher temperatures, signifying the onset of summer. A significant decrease in rainfall is observed, plummeting to 24mm (0.94") from 39mm (1.54") in
April. Clear, sunny days dominate this month with reduced humidity providing respite from the heat. The summer sun shines brightly as the city braces itself for more intense heat in the approaching month of
June.
Temperature
May signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from 23.7°C (74.7°F) in April to a still moderately hot 27.5°C (81.5°F). Sidi Youssef Ben Ali anticipates a considerable drop in temperature at night in May, with an average low of 13.8°C (56.8°F).
Heat index
May's mean heat index is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 58%.
Rainfall
In Sidi Youssef Ben Ali, in May, during 4.8 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.8 rainfall days, and 281mm (11.06") of precipitation is accumulated.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Sidi Youssef Ben Ali is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 20:11. On the last day of May, in Sidi Youssef Ben Ali, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 20:31 +01.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.3h.