May weather forecastAmawom, Nigeria

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Amawom, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.6°C (90.7°F) and min 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Temperature

May's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.6°C (90.7°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. Amawom's nights in May cool down to an average low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for May is appraised at a burning hot 47°C (116.6°F). Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Amawom, during May, the rain falls for 25.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 149mm (5.87") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 267.9 rainfall days, and 1649mm (64.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:40 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate 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, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.