May weather forecast
Dan Dume, Nigeria

The last month of the spring, May, is also a fiery hot month in Dan Dume, Nigeria, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.8°C (76.6°F) and 36.6°C (97.9°F).

Temperature

As Dan Dume welcomes May, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still very hot 36.6°C (97.9°F), showing little deviation from April's 38.6°C (101.5°F). In the month of May, an average of 24.8°C (76.6°F) marks the low-temperature.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is computed to be a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Keep on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a possible danger with ongoing physical activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Dan Dume is 51%.

Rainfall

In Dan Dume, Nigeria, in May, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 52mm (2.05") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dan Dume, 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 Dan Dume, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:51 WAT.

Sunshine

In Dan Dume, the average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. 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: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.