May weather forecast
Telu, Sierra Leone

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Telu, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.4°C (74.1°F) and max 33.1°C (91.6°F).

Temperature

May's weather records an average high-temperature of a tropical 33.1°C (91.6°F), showing little deviation from April. In Telu, an average temperature of 23.4°C (74.1°F) is noted during May nights.

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 50°C (122°F). Keep on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a possible danger with ongoing physical activity.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Telu, the average relative humidity in May is 83%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 28 days. Throughout May, 133mm (5.24") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 256.6 rainfall days, and 1628mm (64.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Telu is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 19:00 GMT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 6.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. 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. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.