May weather forecast
Gbonkomakent, Sierra Leone

May, the last month of the spring in Gbonkomakent, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.2°C (79.2°F) and max 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

The initiation of May records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.7°C (87.3°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. Gbonkomakent observes an average low-temperature of 26.2°C (79.2°F) during the slightly cooler nights of May.

Heat index

May's average heat index is computed to be a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Gbonkomakent, in May, it is raining for 19.6 days, with typically 66mm (2.6") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gbonkomakent, Sierra Leone, there are 205.9 rainfall days, and 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Gbonkomakent is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 19:07 GMT.

Sunshine

In Gbonkomakent, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gbonkomakent are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During May, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.