May weather forecast
Libante, Benin

The last month of the spring, May, is also a scorching month in Libante, Benin, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.2°C (81°F) and an average high of 40°C (104°F).

Temperature

The beginning of May records an average high-temperature of a still blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. Libante records a marked divergence from the day's high temperatures, with nights in May averaging at a moderately hot 27.2°C (81°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 51°C (123.8°F). Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 45%.

Rainfall

In Libante, in May, during 11 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Libante, there are 103.6 rainfall days, and 438mm (17.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of May, in Libante, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 19:04 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Libante is 9.7h.

UV index

February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 8 transforms into the following instructions:
Refrain from exposing skin and eyes. Without protection, they can get damaged rapidly. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.