May weather forecast
Sindou, Burkina Faso

May is a continuation of the high-temperature trend from April, however, the significant increase in humidity transforms the weather landscape of Sindou. The city sees a slight increase in rainfall, creating a moist atmosphere and further elevating the city's humidity level. The onset of monsoon encourages the growth of natural vegetation, adding to the city's lush green outlook. With a record rainfall of 51mm (2.01"), the highest in the year, May gets drenched significantly. This month offers a rich, new perspective to witness the beauty of Sindou.

Temperature

The weather during May records an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 37.5°C (99.5°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. During May, Sindou experiences an average low-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index in May is evaluated at a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Keep guard: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued activity increases the risk of heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. 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. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In Sindou, Burkina Faso, the average relative humidity in May is 51%.

Rainfall

In Sindou, during May, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation. In Sindou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.7 days and collects up to 548mm (21.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Sindou, Burkina Faso, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:39 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 11.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 8 in May translates into this advice:
Take extra precautions. Fair-skinned individuals may get burned in less than 10 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.