May weather forecastDodomé, Benin
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Dodomé, is another tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 26.3°C (79.3°F) and 31.5°C (88.7°F).Temperature
May observes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.5°C (88.7°F), marking an insignificant difference from April's 32.1°C (89.8°F). Throughout May, Dodomé registers a consistent average low-temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F).Heat index
The average heat index in May is calculated to be a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In Dodomé, Benin, in May, during 19.3 rainfall days, 68mm (2.68") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dodomé, there are 220.8 rainfall days, and 678mm (26.69") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Dodomé, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 12h and 25min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 19:04 WAT.
Sunshine
In Dodomé, Benin, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.UV index
January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Dodomé, Benin
- Average high temperature in May: 31.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (32.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.4°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 26.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Dodomé, Benin
- Average pressure in May: 1010.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.4mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Dodomé, Benin
- Average wind speed in May: 12.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.5km/h).
Average humidity in May
Dodomé, Benin
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Dodomé, Benin
- Average rainfall in May: 68mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (125mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (16mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Dodomé, Benin
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and September (24.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).
Average snowfall days in May
Dodomé, Benin
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dodomé, Benin
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dodomé, Benin
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Dodomé, Benin
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Dodomé, Benin
- Average cloud cover in May: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in May
Dodomé, Benin
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
