May weather forecast
Bopolu, Liberia

As the year progresses, the weather in May in Bopolu builds on April's momentum, clinching the peak rainfall of 164mm (6.46"). With an impressive record, this month is the rainiest, creating an atmosphere of lush greenery all around the city. This monsoon grandeur continues with lesser sunshine hours, marking the transition towards cooler temperatures. The wind speed too eases off, reinforcing the city's immersion in monsoon fervor as the pressure in mb reaches the year's high of 1011.8.

Temperature

The initiation of May records an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.3°C (84.7°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. May nights witness a mild cool down to an average low of 26°C (78.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is appraised at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance 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.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 28.5 days. Throughout May, 164mm (6.46") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bopolu, Liberia, there are 298.8 rainfall days, and 1903mm (74.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:54 GMT.

Sunshine

In Bopolu, the average sunshine in May is 7.5h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during May morphs into the following directions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.