May weather forecast
Berbera, Somalia

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Berbera, Somalia, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.3°C (84.7°F) and max 32.5°C (90.5°F).

Temperature

In May, the average high-temperature is relatively the same as in April - a still hot 32.5°C (90.5°F). The average low-temperature, in Berbera, is 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is computed to be a scorching 40°C (104°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature', 'real feel', or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Additional factors like activity, wind, differences in body mass, height, and shape, and pregnancy affect individual temperature impact. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 66%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are May and August, with an average 31mm (1.22") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature in Berbera is 30.7°C (87.3°F).
Note: For swimming, other intense water activities, temperature above 30°C (86°F) is arguably unpleasant, as the water cooling effect is missing.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Berbera is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of May, in Berbera, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:18 EAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 12h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 8 in May interpret into the following advice:
Take extra precautions. Protection against sun damage is required. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is significantly increased by the reflection of the water and sand.