May weather forecast
Sakouna, Benin

The last month of the spring, May, is also a fiery hot month in Sakouna, Benin, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.9°C (96.6°F) and an average low of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Temperature

The commencement of May brings an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 35.9°C (96.6°F), marking an inconsequential divergence from April. Throughout the month of May, Sakouna witnesses an average low-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is estimated at a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke can follow with prolonged activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Sakouna is 60%.

Rainfall

In Sakouna, during May, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 55mm (2.17") of precipitation. In Sakouna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.6 days and collects up to 596mm (23.46") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Sakouna, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 19:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 19:09 WAT.

Sunshine

In Sakouna, the average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

In Sakouna, Benin, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.