May weather forecastAworo, Benin

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a fiery hot month in Aworo, Benin, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.4°C (74.1°F) and 35°C (95°F).

Temperature

May is marked by an average high-temperature of a still torrid 35°C (95°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Nighttime temperature in Aworo lowers to an average of 23.4°C (74.1°F) in May.

Heat index

The heat index value during May is appraised at a life-threatening hot 49°C (120.2°F). Caution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Sustained activity could lead to heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Aworo is 67%.

Rainfall

In Aworo, Benin, in May, during 20.9 rainfall days, 78mm (3.07") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.8 rainfall days, and 831mm (32.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Aworo is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:03. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:09 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May leads to these instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.