May weather forecast
Inkolonie, Benin

Passing from April, May in Inkolonie, Benin witnesses increased rainfall, soaring to its second highest in the year, and cloud coverage reaching 27%. The city’s lush foliage radiates vibrancy under the ample rainfall, offering refreshing views. While temperatures are softened by the more frequent rain, late afternoons till early evenings remain the most favourable for outdoor activities. Despite being within the rainy season, temperatures can still hit a high of 35°C (95°F) but drop to a cooler 23.4°C (74.1°F) at night.

Temperature

Inkolonie registers an average high-temperature of a still very hot 35°C (95°F) with the arrival of May, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. Throughout May, Inkolonie witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is appraised at a burning hot 49°C (120.2°F). On guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Heatstroke is a potential hazard with continuous physical effort.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. 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. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 67%.

Rainfall

In Inkolonie, in May, it is raining for 20.9 days, with typically 78mm (3.07") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 180.8 rainfall days, and 831mm (32.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:10 WAT.

Sunshine

In Inkolonie, the average sunshine in May is 11.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May translates into the following guidance:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.