May weather forecast
Mawdia, Sierra Leone

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.