May weather forecast
Akobo, South Sudan

May brings further nuances to Akobo's climatic narrative with drastic variances in weather conditions like temperature and humidity. Rainfall intensifies further, ultimately increasing the humidity levels, along with diminished hours of sunshine. The month displays a steady decline in average temperatures observed to be from 26.2°C (79.2°F) to 35.1°C (95.2°F), with a rather high precipitation level reaching 104mm (4.09"). An upsurge in cloud percentage adversely impacts the UV index and the number of sunshine days. The increase in average air pressure along with moderate wind speed adds to the overall weather characteristics of the month.

Temperature

The arrival of May corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a fiery hot 39.1°C (102.4°F) in April to a still very hot 35.1°C (95.2°F). In the month of May, the average temperature dips to a moderately hot 26.2°C (79.2°F) during the night.

Heat index

May's mean heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 43°C (109.4°F). Guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are foreseeable. Prolonged effort may bring about heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

In Akobo, the average relative humidity in May is 56%.

Rainfall

In Akobo, during May, the rain falls for 20.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 104mm (4.09") of precipitation. In Akobo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 745mm (29.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Akobo is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 18:02 CAT.

Sunshine

In Akobo, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In Akobo, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in May leads to these guidelines:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. 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. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.