May weather forecastAdjumani, Uganda

Weather in May

May encompasses a further drop in temperature to 30.1°C (86.2°F) in the daytime and a cool 20.2°C (68.4°F) during nighttime, bringing more temperate weather to Adjumani. An impressive increase in humidity to 77% and a vast increase in rainfall to 158mm (6.22") emphasize the essence of the rainy season. As the cloudiness percentage continues to rise, the UV index remains at 6, making it a cooler and darker month. Wind speed reduces, with it blowing at 5.6km/h (3.5mph), making May a calm and wet month. Despite being the start of summer, May is wetter and cooler with diminishing sunshine hours.

Temperature

The shift into May uncovers an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.1°C (86.2°F), subtly different from the previous month. Throughout May, Adjumani's nights cool down to an average of 20.2°C (68.4°F).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Adjumani is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 25.9 days. Throughout May, 158mm (6.22") of precipitation is accumulated. In Adjumani, during the entire year, the rain falls for 229.5 days and collects up to 1113mm (43.82") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of May in Adjumani, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:59 EAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.