May weather forecast
Gbinti, Sierra Leone

May is the gatekeeper to the heart of the rainy season in Gbinti, Sierra Leone. The rainfall shoots up drastically to 105mm (4.13"), over twice as much as in April, highlighting the intensifying wet conditions. The city gets shrouded in dense clouds which partially blocks the sunlight, making the days cooler. The warmer temperatures dip somewhat, making way for a slightly cooler climate. The scent of rain mixed with the damp earth dominates the city, creating a sense of tranquility and calm.

Temperature

Gbinti's weather subtly changes with the onset of May, barely falling from a very hot 37.7°C (99.9°F) in April to a tropical 34.3°C (93.7°F). Gbinti reports a consistent average low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F) throughout May nights.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 52°C (125.6°F). Notice: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued strenuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 24.2 days. Throughout May, 105mm (4.13") of precipitation is accumulated. 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 the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 19:06 GMT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

In Gbinti, Sierra Leone, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.