May weather forecast
Dan, Benin

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Dan, Benin, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.5°C (94.1°F) and min 24.7°C (76.5°F).

Temperature

Upon the onset of May, Dan witnesses an average high-temperature of a hot 34.5°C (94.1°F), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. Throughout May, a steady low-temperature average of 24.7°C (76.5°F) is noted.

Heat index

May's average heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 50°C (122°F). Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. 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 quite important for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Dan is 73%.

Rainfall

In Dan, during May, the rain falls for 19.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 207.1 rainfall days, and 739mm (29.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Dan is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of May in Dan, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:05 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Dan, Benin, is 8.7h.

UV index

In Dan, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.