May weather forecastZouto, Benin

Weather in May

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

Temperature

The advent of May signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a hot 34.5°C (94.1°F), aligning closely with April. Throughout May, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 24.7°C (76.5°F).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is calculated to be a burning hot 50°C (122°F). Stay vigilant: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may follow prolonged exertion.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Zouto, in May, it is raining for 19.6 days, with typically 60mm (2.36") of accumulated precipitation. In Zouto, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.1 days and collects up to 739mm (29.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:04 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Zouto, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.