May weather forecast
Ningerum, Papua New Guinea

May, the last month of the autumn in Ningerum, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.7°C (87.3°F) and min 23°C (73.4°F).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still hot 30.7°C (87.3°F) marks May, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in April. In May, Ningerum experiences a temperature dip to an average of 23°C (73.4°F) at night.

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is evaluated at a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Be careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may result from extended activity.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In Ningerum, in May, during 27.3 rainfall days, 301mm (11.85") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ningerum, there are 299.1 rainfall days, and 2723mm (107.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Ningerum is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:27 +10.

Sunshine

In Ningerum, the average sunshine in May is 4.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.