May weather forecastAbaji, Nigeria

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Abaji, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 24.6°C (76.3°F) and 34.9°C (94.8°F).

Temperature

In May, Abaji notes an average high-temperature of a tropical 34.9°C (94.8°F), hardly different from the preceding month. During May nights, Abaji records an average temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is computed to be a blazing hot 50°C (122°F). Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.
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', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. 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. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 70%.

Rainfall

In Abaji, in May, it is raining for 20.9 days, with typically 59mm (2.32") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.9 rainfall days, and 727mm (28.62") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:47 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.