May weather forecast
Fintonia, Sierra Leone

May, the last month of the spring in Fintonia, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.2°C (91.8°F) and 22°C (71.6°F).

Temperature

Fintonia, Sierra Leone, experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of May, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a torrid 37°C (98.6°F) in April to a tropical 33.2°C (91.8°F). In May, Fintonia encounters an average low-temperature of 22°C (71.6°F) during the night.

Heat index

The heat index for May is calculated to be a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Stay mindful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke could follow extended physical effort.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. 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.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Fintonia, in May, during 24.3 rainfall days, 139mm (5.47") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fintonia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 214.8 days and collects up to 1239mm (48.78") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Fintonia is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of May in Fintonia, Sierra Leone, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 19:06 GMT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

In Fintonia, 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 average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. 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.