May weather forecastZoundja, Benin

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Zoundja, Benin, with an average temperature varying between 31.3°C (88.3°F) and 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Temperature

Zoundja's transition from April to May introduces an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F), marking an insignificant variation from the 32°C (89.6°F). In Zoundja, the nighttime temperature in May descends gently to an average of 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Zoundja, during May, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of precipitation. In Zoundja, Benin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 204.5 days and collects up to 599mm (23.58") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 19:02 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Updated: Feb 1, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Zoundja, records 31.3°C (88.3°F), while the low-temperature is 26.8°C (80.2°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 40°C (104°F).

In May, the average relative humidity in Zoundja, Benin, is 76%.

In Zoundja, Benin, in May, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 59mm (2.32") of accumulated precipitation.

In May, the average day length in Zoundja, Benin, is 12h and 25min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 19:02 WAT.

In Zoundja, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Zoundja is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

32°C

31.3°C

29.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

15.4km/h

14km/h

15km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

11.8

10.4

5.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Zoundja, Benin

Average high temperature in May: 31.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (32°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.4°C).

Average low temperature in May: 26.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (27.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Zoundja, Benin

Average pressure in May: 1010.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Zoundja, Benin

Average wind speed in May: 13.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Zoundja, Benin

Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Zoundja, Benin

Average rainfall in May: 59mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (18mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Zoundja, Benin

Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Zoundja, Benin

Average daylight in May: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

Average sunshine in May: 8h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Zoundja, Benin

Average sunshine days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (4.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Zoundja, Benin

Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Zoundja, Benin

Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in May
Zoundja, Benin

Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).