May weather forecast
Ife, Nigeria

May, the last month of the spring in Ife, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 33.2°C (91.8°F) and 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Temperature

As Ife transitions from April to May, the average high-temperatures adjust to a still tropical 33.2°C (91.8°F), nearly the same as the previous 34.7°C (94.5°F). Ife, during May nights, observes an average temperature of 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is calculated to be a blazing hot 50°C (122°F). Stay mindful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke could follow extended physical effort.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. 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 extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Ife is 82%.

Rainfall

In Ife, in May, it is raining for 26.3 days, with typically 84mm (3.31") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 247.3 rainfall days, and 763mm (30.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:55 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Ife is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in May translates into this advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.