May weather forecast
Dapani, Mayotte

May's arrival heralds the onset of drier weather in Dapani, Mayotte, characterized by a substantial decrease in rainfall. There's a palpable change in the city's climate as the warm days transition to cooler nights witnessing a drop in temperatures. Directional shifts in wind patterns make for breezy days, while the UV index remains consistent, ensuring bright days under the tropical sun. May’s drier days and decreasing cloud cover introduce crisper, clearer skies, presenting an authentic view of Dapani's tropical paradise.

Temperature

Dapani signifies an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F) in May, closely mirroring the 28.9°C (84°F) of April. Dapani in May experiences a minor decline in temperature, with an average low of 27.1°C (80.8°F) at night.

Heat index

During May, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). If activity and exposure persist, they could induce fatigue, leading to possible heat cramps.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Dapani, in May, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.4 rainfall days, and 862mm (33.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 17:39 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Dapani are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Dapani, Mayotte. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.