May weather forecast
Wanseko, Uganda

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Wanseko, Uganda, 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

Wanseko records an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.9°C (85.8°F) in May, closely mirroring the climate of the previous month. Wanseko observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 19.9°C (67.8°F) during the month of May.

Heat index

The heat index value during May is estimated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. 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.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

May is the most humid month in Wanseko, Uganda, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Wanseko, during May, the rain falls for 20.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of precipitation. In Wanseko, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187 days and collects up to 560mm (22.05") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of May, in Wanseko, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:59 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. 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. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.