May weather forecast
Chikun, Nigeria

May, the last month of the spring in Chikun, is also a sweltering month, with an average temperature varying between 35°C (95°F) and 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Temperature

The advent of May brings an average high-temperature of a still very hot 35°C (95°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. Chikun, during the nights of May, experiences an average temperature drop to a warm 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is evaluated at a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to occur. Prolonged exertion can lead to heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it's vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In Chikun, the average relative humidity in May is 59%.

Rainfall

In Chikun, in May, during 13.4 rainfall days, 80mm (3.15") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chikun, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.8 days and collects up to 607mm (23.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Chikun, Nigeria, is 12h and 36min.
On the first day of May in Chikun, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:49 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in May transforms into this advice:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.