May weather forecastTihun, Sierra Leone

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Tihun, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.2°C (88.2°F) and 26.1°C (79°F).

Temperature

In the transition from April to May, Tihun reports an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.2°C (88.2°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. The average nighttime temperature lowers to a warm 26.1°C (79°F) throughout May.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is appraised at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Tihun, in May, during 23.4 rainfall days, 132mm (5.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tihun, during the entire year, the rain falls for 238.8 days and collects up to 1773mm (69.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Tihun, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 19:02 GMT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 6.8h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Tihun. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during May morphs into the following directions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.