May weather forecastBakori, Nigeria

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bakori, is another very hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.8°C (76.6°F) and max 36.6°C (97.9°F).

Temperature

Entering May, Bakori's average high-temperature reads a still very hot 36.6°C (97.9°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. Bakori records an average nighttime low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) throughout May.

Heat index

The heat index for May is estimated at a blazing hot 45°C (113°F). Stay wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Heatstroke can ensue from extended effort.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Bakori is 51%.

Rainfall

In Bakori, in May, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 52mm (2.05") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 119.9 rainfall days, and 611mm (24.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 40min.
On the first day of May in Bakori, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:50 WAT.

Sunshine

In Bakori, the average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Bakori is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following advice:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.