May weather forecastTama, Niger
May
Weather in May
The metamorphosis of weather in Tama, Niger is remarkable in May. A jump from 3mm (0.12") to 10mm (0.39") rainfall marks the start of the wet season, providing much-needed relief from the summer heat. The spiral of rising temperatures is slowed down. However, it's accompanied by an increase in cloud cover and a decrease in sunshine hours. Despite these changes, the soft sunlight during the day time coupled with the night's tranquility makes the weather pleasant throughout the month.Temperature
Tama experiences an average high-temperature of a still blistering 41.4°C (106.5°F) in May, subtly different from April's 41.8°C (107.2°F). The nighttime temperature, during May, averages of 29.8°C (85.6°F).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 27%.Rainfall
In Tama, in May, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 10mm (0.39") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 47.6 rainfall days, and 196mm (7.72") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Tama, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 47min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 19:02 WAT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.9h.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 9, May is the month with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 9 leads to the following instructions:
Ensure you're always protected. Unprotected skin can get damaged in moments. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Even on overcast days, apply and frequently reapply a sunscreen with SPF 30 or more, specifically after a swim or outdoor workout.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Tama, Niger
- Average high temperature in May: 41.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 29.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (29.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Tama, Niger
- Average pressure in May: 1007.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.2mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Tama, Niger
- Average wind speed in May: 11.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (10.3km/h).
Average humidity in May
Tama, Niger
- Average humidity in May: 27%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (12%).
Average rainfall in May
Tama, Niger
- Average rainfall in May: 10mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (81mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March, November and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Tama, Niger
- Average rainfall days in May: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Tama, Niger
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Tama, Niger
- Average sunshine days in May: 24.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Tama, Niger
- Average UV index in May: 9
The month with the highest UV index is May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Tama, Niger
- Average cloud cover in May: 10
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
The months with the least cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 3).
Average visibility in May
Tama, Niger
- 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).
