May weather forecastMawdia, Sierra Leone
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Mawdia, is another very hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.8°C (73°F) and 35.2°C (95.4°F).Temperature
Mawdia records a mild change in average high-temperature during May, easing from 39°C (102.2°F) in April to a still fiery hot 35.2°C (95.4°F). In May, the nighttime temperature plummets remarkably from the daily apex to a steady average of 22.8°C (73°F).Heat index
May's heat index is computed to be a burning hot 51°C (123.8°F). Careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. With ongoing exertion, heatstroke becomes a possibility.Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a 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 'feels like' or 'real feel', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. 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 natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 70%.Rainfall
In Mawdia, during May, the rain falls for 24.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 127mm (5") of precipitation. In Mawdia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 209.7 days and collects up to 1688mm (66.46") of precipitation.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 34min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 19:07 GMT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
In Mawdia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Mawdia, Sierra Leone
- Average high temperature in May: 35.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (26.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 22.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (22.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°C).
Average pressure in May
Mawdia, Sierra Leone
- Average pressure in May: 1011.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and April (1010.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Mawdia, Sierra Leone
- Average wind speed in May: 5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (3.4km/h).
Average humidity in May
Mawdia, Sierra Leone
- Average humidity in May: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (43%).
Average rainfall in May
Mawdia, Sierra Leone
- Average rainfall in May: 127mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (436mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Mawdia, Sierra Leone
- Average rainfall days in May: 24.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.8 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mawdia, Sierra Leone
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 36min
The months with the most sunshine are January, February, March and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Mawdia, Sierra Leone
- Average sunshine days in May: 5.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (29.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are August and September (0.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Mawdia, Sierra Leone
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Mawdia, Sierra Leone
- Average cloud cover in May: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in May
Mawdia, Sierra Leone
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (6km).
