As the calendar turns to
May, the city of
Sarh in
Chad steps into the peak of its transition season. With the highest rainfall of the year at 82mm (3.23"), it symbolizes the full swing of the wet season. The temperatures remain hot but are comfortably tempered by the rainfall. The increased humidity and cloud cover amount to a density in the air, setting the stage for the monsoon. The inhabitants and flora alike revitalize in the vivifying downpour that this month brings.
Temperature
As Sarh, Chad, steps into May, the average high-temperature holds at a still torrid 36.2°C (97.2°F), hinting at a minor fluctuation from the prior month. With a notable disparity from daily peak temperatures, the average low-temperature in Sarh settles at a warm 24.1°C (75.4°F) throughout May.
Heat index
The heat index value for May is estimated at a blazing hot 49°C (120.2°F).
Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.
Humidity
In Sarh, Chad, the average relative humidity in May is 61%.
Rainfall
In Sarh, in May, during 9 rainfall days, 82mm (3.23") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sarh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86 days and collects up to 969mm (38.15") of precipitation.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Sarh is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 18:02 WAT.
Sunshine
In Sarh, the average sunshine in May is 7.8h.