May weather forecast
Bandela, Liberia

May is a turning point for weather in Bandela, Liberia making it the start of the heavy rainfall season. Rainfall peaks at the yearly zenith of 144mm (5.67"), occurring on around 29 days of the month. Upon observing the pattern, the gradual decline in sunshine hours continues while cloud cover increases to 62%. This shift to wetter weather brings a cool respite from the previously high temperatures.

Temperature

Transitioning into May, Bandela records an average high-temperature of a tropical 32.7°C (90.9°F), almost identical to April's 35.4°C (95.7°F). Bandela records a steady low-temperature average of 22.9°C (73.2°F) during May.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 49°C (120.2°F). Warning: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke is a risk with ongoing activity.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Bandela is 84%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 29.1 days. Throughout May, 144mm (5.67") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bandela, there are 270.4 rainfall days, and 1590mm (62.6") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 27min.
On the first day of May in Bandela, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:56 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 6.7h.

UV index

In Bandela, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in May translates into this advice:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.