May weather forecastBoutou, Benin

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a fiery hot month in Boutou, Benin, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.9°C (96.6°F) and 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Temperature

The transition into May reveals an average high-temperature of a still very hot 35.9°C (96.6°F), mirroring a close resemblance to April. Boutou in May experiences a low-temperature average of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is estimated at a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Be on the lookout: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Continued exertion can result in heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. 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. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 60%.

Rainfall

In Boutou, Benin, in May, during 14.1 rainfall days, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Boutou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.6 days and collects up to 596mm (23.46") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of May, in Boutou, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 19:10 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Boutou is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.