May weather forecastAdeli, Benin

Weather in May

Adeli's weather in May exhibits a steady continuity of the rainy season. Pervasive showers, abundant cloudiness, and persistent high humidity are the month's trademarks. A key weather pattern witnessed this month is the rainfall shooting up to 70mm (2.76"). As the city steers towards June, rainfall and humidity levels amplify, creating a perpetually wet climate. The longer daylight hours and decreased wind speed add to the overall mugginess of May's weather.

Temperature

Adeli experiences a minor change to a still fiery hot 35.3°C (95.5°F) in average high-temperature during May, closely reflecting April. Throughout May nights, Adeli registers an average low-temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 46°C (114.8°F). Beware: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are very likely. Heatstroke is imminent with prolonged activity.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. 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 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.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

In Adeli, the average relative humidity in May is 61%.

Rainfall

In Adeli, in May, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 70mm (2.76") of accumulated precipitation. In Adeli, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.9 days and collects up to 630mm (24.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Adeli, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of May in Adeli, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 19:10 WAT.

Sunshine

In Adeli, the average sunshine in May is 11.6h.

UV index

In Adeli, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following instructions:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.