May weather forecastMassè, Benin

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Massè, Benin, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.7°C (76.5°F) and 34.5°C (94.1°F).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings an average high-temperature of a tropical 34.5°C (94.1°F), nearly identical to April's 36.3°C (97.3°F). Massè's average low-temperature for the month of May records at a warm 24.7°C (76.5°F).

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is calculated to be a burning hot 50°C (122°F). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Massè, during May, the rain falls for 19.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation. In Massè, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.1 days and collects up to 739mm (29.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Massè, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 19:02 WAT.

Sunshine

In Massè, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In Massè, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. 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.