May weather forecastLong-Agomey, Benin

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Long-Agomey, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.5°C (92.3°F) and an average low of 25°C (77°F).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Long-Agomey records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. Long-Agomey experiences a consistent average temperature of 25°C (77°F) throughout the nights in May.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is calculated to be a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Be careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may result from extended activity.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. 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 particularly relevant to 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.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Long-Agomey, in May, it is raining for 18.8 days, with typically 52mm (2.05") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 216.6 rainfall days, and 631mm (24.84") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 19:04 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May leads to these instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.