May weather forecast
Ajaokuta, Nigeria

May, the last month of the spring in Ajaokuta, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.9°C (94.8°F) and an average low of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Temperature

Ajaokuta's average high-temperature in May is a hot 34.9°C (94.8°F), indicating a subtle variation from April. Ajaokuta witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F) throughout May.

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is computed to be a burning hot 50°C (122°F). Be prepared: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Continued activity may lead to heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Ajaokuta is 70%.

Rainfall

In Ajaokuta, in May, it is raining for 20.9 days, with typically 59mm (2.32") of accumulated precipitation. In Ajaokuta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.9 days and collects up to 727mm (28.62") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of May, in Ajaokuta, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:47 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Ajaokuta is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.