May weather forecastKouaba, Benin

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Kouaba, is also a fiery hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25°C (77°F) and an average high of 36.4°C (97.5°F).

Temperature

Kouaba's May reports an average high-temperature of a still very hot 36.4°C (97.5°F), exhibiting a minor difference from April. Kouaba, in May, witnesses an average low-temperature of 25°C (77°F).

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is calculated to be a burning hot 47°C (116.6°F). On guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Heatstroke is a potential hazard with continuous physical effort.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

In Kouaba, the average relative humidity in May is 55%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout May, 91mm (3.58") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151.6 rainfall days, and 714mm (28.11") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 36min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 19:13 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following advice:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.