May weather forecast
Monrovia, Liberia

Heavy rainfall characterizes May's weather, indicating the peak of Monrovia's rainy season. May is the wettest month, according to the data, with rainfall hitting a high of 164mm (6.46"). As May concludes, a sense of anticipation builds up for the anticipated break in Monrovia's monsoon cycle coming in June. The humidity factor remains high while the sea temperature remains warm, resulting in an overall damp atmosphere. The nearing June month forecasts a decrease in rainfall.

Temperature

Monrovia's May reports an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), exhibiting a minor difference from April. Monrovia indicates a consistently low-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F) during the nights of May.

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

In Monrovia, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 28.5 days. Throughout May, 164mm (6.46") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 298.8 rainfall days, and 1903mm (74.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

May is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 28.9°C (84°F).
Note: Between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F), water temperature is typically considered very warm and pleasurable by everyone. Water activities at these temperatures are enjoyable for extended periods without discomfort.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:54 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.5h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Beware! Reflections from sand and water can intensify the Sun's UV radiation.