May weather forecastBakana, Nigeria
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Bakana, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.3°C (86.5°F) and min 23.7°C (74.7°F).Temperature
May's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a still tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F) from April's 31.2°C (88.2°F). May brings an average low-temperature of 23.7°C (74.7°F) to Bakana.Heat index
May's average heat index is computed to be a blistering 40°C (104°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. 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 hold particular significance for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 83%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 27.4 days. Throughout May, 176mm (6.93") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bakana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 310.7 days and collects up to 2138mm (84.17") of precipitation.Daylight
In Bakana, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 20min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:41 WAT.
Sunshine
In Bakana, the average sunshine in May is 7.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Bakana, Nigeria
- Average high temperature in May: 30.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (32.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (26.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 23.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Bakana, Nigeria
- Average pressure in May: 1011.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.7mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Bakana, Nigeria
- Average wind speed in May: 7.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.3km/h).
Average humidity in May
Bakana, Nigeria
- Average humidity in May: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July and September (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Bakana, Nigeria
- Average rainfall in May: 176mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (293mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (45mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Bakana, Nigeria
- Average rainfall days in May: 27.4 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are August and October (30.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (14.9 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bakana, Nigeria
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bakana, Nigeria
- Average sunshine days in May: 2.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Bakana, Nigeria
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, April, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Bakana, Nigeria
- Average cloud cover in May: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 78).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
Bakana, Nigeria
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August, September and October (7km).
