May weather forecast
Maridi, South Sudan

May represents the height of the wet season in Maridi, as the town receives the year's heaviest rains. The climate gets cooler, and cloud cover expands, casting a greyish hue over the town, while the heightened humidity creates a heavy, damp atmosphere. This ambiance is somewhat moderated by moderate wind speed, which results in relief from the otherwise stifling atmospheric moisture. Notably, temperatures during the day range from 19.9°C (67.8°F) to 30.9°C (87.6°F), while pressure stands at 1010.6 mb. This month's distinctive feature, however, is its rainfall: precipitation totals a significant 137mm (5.39").

Temperature

Maridi records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.9°C (87.6°F) in May, maintaining a close correlation with April's 33.3°C (91.9°F). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 19.9°C (67.8°F) is expected.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is appraised at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Maridi, during May, the rain falls for 26.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 137mm (5.39") of precipitation. In Maridi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 224.7 days and collects up to 1058mm (41.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Maridi, South Sudan, is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of May in Maridi, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:11 CAT.

Sunshine

In Maridi, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Maridi is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.