May weather forecast
Paidha, Uganda

The weather in Paidha, Uganda in May is dominated by the rainy season's peak, closely following April’s pattern. The month notches a hike in rainfall to 68mm (2.68"), marking the apex of the year's rainfall intensity. Humidity reaches its peak in May, further intensifying the wet conditions, while wind speed hits a high note before beginning to reduce. The persistent daylight equates to more or less unvarying day length, while several hours of sunshine keep the environment vibrant. Visibility reduces slightly as precipitation and cloud cover increase, adding a mild challenge to outdoor activities.

Temperature

The commencement of May in Paidha notes an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.9°C (85.8°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. Nighttime temperature in Paidha experiences an average drop to a refreshing 19.9°C (67.8°F) in May.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is estimated at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. 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. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Paidha, in May, it is raining for 20.4 days, with typically 68mm (2.68") of accumulated precipitation. In Paidha, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187 days and collects up to 560mm (22.05") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Paidha, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:01 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Paidha is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Paidha are April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.