May weather forecast
Ogoja, Nigeria

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Ogoja, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.5°C (92.3°F) and min 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

The onset of May brings with it an average high-temperature of a tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F), showing a negligible variation from the month before. Nighttime temperatures in May average to a moderately hot 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 45°C (113°F). Be careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may result from extended activity.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout May, 80mm (3.15") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ogoja, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.2 days and collects up to 872mm (34.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of May, in Ogoja, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:37 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Ogoja is 8.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Ogoja is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May leads to these advisories:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.