May weather forecastObuje, Uganda

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Obuje, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.3°C (82.9°F) and min 18.3°C (64.9°F).

Temperature

Obuje's weather, upon May's arrival, documents an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), nearly identical to the prior month. May nights in Obuje cool down to an average low-temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for May is computed to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.

Humidity

In Obuje, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Obuje, in May, during 26.5 rainfall days, 177mm (6.97") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 235.5 rainfall days, and 1389mm (54.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Obuje is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of May, in Obuje, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:02 EAT.

Sunshine

In Obuje, Uganda, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Obuje is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during May is 28.3°C (82.9°F) and the low-temperature is 18.3°C (64.9°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).

The average relative humidity in May in Obuje, Uganda, is 78%.

In Obuje, in May, during 26.5 rainfall days, 177mm (6.97") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In May, the average day length is 12h and 16min.

On the first day of May in Obuje, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:02 EAT.

In Obuje, Uganda, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Obuje, Uganda

  • Average high temperature in May: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (33.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (26.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 18.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (17.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Obuje, Uganda

  • Average pressure in May: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Obuje, Uganda

  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Obuje, Uganda

  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (38%).

Average rainfall in May
Obuje, Uganda

  • Average rainfall in May: 177mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (226mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (3mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Obuje, Uganda

  • Average rainfall days in May: 26.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (29.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Obuje, Uganda

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 42min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Obuje, Uganda

  • Average sunshine days in May: 2.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Obuje, Uganda

  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Obuje, Uganda

  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Obuje, Uganda

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August, September and October (8km).