May weather forecastAkoumokoumo, Benin

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Akoumokoumo, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.9°C (93°F) and min 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

Akoumokoumo commences May with an average high-temperature of a hot 33.9°C (93°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. In May, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is estimated at a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to occur. Prolonged exertion can lead to heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Akoumokoumo, Benin, in May, it is raining for 24.1 days, with typically 93mm (3.66") of accumulated precipitation. In Akoumokoumo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 227.3 days and collects up to 958mm (37.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 19:07 WAT.

Sunshine

In Akoumokoumo, the average sunshine in May is 11.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.