May weather forecastBenke, Sierra Leone
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Benke, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature varying between 30.7°C (87.3°F) and 26.2°C (79.2°F).Temperature
Welcoming May, Benke notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), nearly consistent with April's 30.8°C (87.4°F). May nights witness a slight temperature decrease, averaging at a warm 26.2°C (79.2°F).Heat index
May's mean heat index is computed to be a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.
Humidity
In Benke, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
In Benke, in May, it is raining for 19.6 days, with typically 66mm (2.6") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 205.9 rainfall days, and 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 12h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 19:03. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 19:08 GMT.
Sunshine
In Benke, Sierra Leone, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Benke, Sierra Leone
- Average high temperature in May: 30.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 26.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.9°C).
Average pressure in May
Benke, Sierra Leone
- Average pressure in May: 1011.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.4mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Benke, Sierra Leone
- Average wind speed in May: 10.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.8km/h).
Average humidity in May
Benke, Sierra Leone
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (68%).
Average rainfall in May
Benke, Sierra Leone
- Average rainfall in May: 66mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (391mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Benke, Sierra Leone
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.8 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Benke, Sierra Leone
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Benke, Sierra Leone
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (29 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Benke, Sierra Leone
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Benke, Sierra Leone
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in May
Benke, Sierra Leone
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).
