May weather forecastBumbuna, Sierra Leone

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bumbuna, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.3°C (93.7°F) and an average low of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Temperature

Bumbuna in May experiences a gentle temperature dip, with average high-temperatures reducing from a very hot 37.7°C (99.9°F) in April to a hot 34.3°C (93.7°F). Bumbuna observes an average low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F) during May nights.

Heat index

The heat index value during May is estimated at a blazing hot 52°C (125.6°F). Stay vigilant: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may follow prolonged exertion.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Bumbuna, during May, the rain falls for 24.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 225.8 rainfall days, and 1471mm (57.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 19:03 GMT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

In Bumbuna, Sierra Leone, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. 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. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.