May weather forecastAbagana, Nigeria

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Abagana, is another tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 24.2°C (75.6°F) and 32.6°C (90.7°F).

Temperature

The transition into May notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.6°C (90.7°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 34.4°C (93.9°F) in April. Abagana, during May, witnesses an average low-temperature of 24.2°C (75.6°F).

Heat index

May's heat index is computed to be a burning hot 46°C (114.8°F). Careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. With ongoing exertion, heatstroke becomes a possibility.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In Abagana, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, in Abagana, Nigeria, the rain falls for 25.3 days. Throughout May, 118mm (4.65") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Abagana, Nigeria, there are 253.1 rainfall days, and 1279mm (50.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Abagana, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of May, in Abagana, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:43 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.