May weather forecastPaicing, Uganda

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Paicing, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.9°C (67.8°F) and an average high of 29.9°C (85.8°F).

Temperature

In May, Paicing experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 31.4°C (88.5°F) in April to a moderately hot 29.9°C (85.8°F). Nighttime temperature in Paicing dips to a mean of 19.9°C (67.8°F) during May.

Heat index

In May, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 75%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 20.4 days. Throughout May, 68mm (2.68") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Paicing, there are 187 rainfall days, and 560mm (22.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Paicing is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:00 EAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Paicing, Uganda, is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.