May weather forecastMaron, Sierra Leone

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Maron, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.8°C (74.8°F) and 34.3°C (93.7°F).

Temperature

The start of May signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a torrid 37.7°C (99.9°F) in April to a tropical 34.3°C (93.7°F). Maron records a steady low-temperature average of 23.8°C (74.8°F) during May.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is computed to be a burning hot 52°C (125.6°F). Vigilance: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. The likelihood of heatstroke increases with continued activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important 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.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Maron, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Maron, in May, it is raining for 24.2 days, with typically 105mm (4.13") of accumulated precipitation. In Maron, Sierra Leone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 225.8 days and collects up to 1471mm (57.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Maron is 7.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Maron is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.