May weather forecast
Loango National Park, Gabon

The weather characteristics exhibited in May at Loango National Park remain fairly similar to the preceding months, save for a noticeable plunge in rainfall. Temperatures, daylight, and sun hours remain virtually unaltered. The ecological system receives considerably less rain, amounting to 123mm (4.84"), marking this month as the start of the brief dry phase. The UV index remains reasonably high; thus, sun protection remains indispensable. The park's ambiance remains exhilarating and welcoming for visitors.

Temperature

In May, Loango National Park experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 32°C (89.6°F) in April to a still hot 30°C (86°F). During the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F) is observed.

Rainfall

In Loango National Park, during May, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 123mm (4.84") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 134 rainfall days, and 1866mm (73.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:19 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 11. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 11 during May translates into the following directions:
Take all necessary precautions, as unprotected skin can burn in minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. A sunscreen with at least SPF 30 should be used liberally and reapplied frequently on cloudy days, especially after swimming or an outdoor workout.