May weather forecast
Catete, Angola

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a moderately hot month in Catete, Angola, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.1°C (75.4°F) and max 29.9°C (85.8°F).

Temperature

Stepping into May, Catete records an average high-temperature of a warm 29.9°C (85.8°F), almost consistent with April. Catete's nighttime temperature during May is consistently averaged at a still moderately hot 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is evaluated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Catete.

Rainfall

In Catete, Angola, in May, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 22mm (0.87") of accumulated precipitation. In Catete, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 456mm (17.95") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Catete, Angola, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 17:51 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.4h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Catete, Angola. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.