May weather forecast
Cauo, Mozambique

In May, Caia makes a complete switch to dry weather conditions, experiencing an average rainfall of just 6mm (0.24"). The tropical heat continues but is significantly more tolerable due to the decline in relative humidity. Landscape-wise, the city's lush greenery gives way to the colonial architecture that takes on the golden hue of the bright sunshine. With cooler mornings and evenings, May marks the beginning of the best time to visit Caia, offering an agreeable and dry climate.

Temperature

The advent of May in Cauo reveals an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.3°C (81.1°F), showing minimal difference from the prior month. The average temperature during May nights in Cauo is registered at an enjoyable 17.1°C (62.8°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is computed to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). Exposure and extended activity could potentially cause a state of fatigue and lead to heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. 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 'felt air temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Cauo is 80%.

Rainfall

In Cauo, in May, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 6mm (0.24") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 135.4 rainfall days, and 669mm (26.34") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cauo, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 17:08. On the last day of May, in Cauo, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 17:02 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

January through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.