May weather forecastDuke Town, Nigeria

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Duke Town, Nigeria, with an average temperature varying between 24.4°C (75.9°F) and 31.9°C (89.4°F).

Temperature

The advent of May signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.9°C (89.4°F), aligning closely with April. Duke Town's nighttime temperature in May falls to an average of 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Stay mindful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke could follow extended physical effort.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. 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. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Duke Town, in May, during 23.9 rainfall days, 130mm (5.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Duke Town, during the entire year, the rain falls for 287.4 days and collects up to 1897mm (74.69") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Duke Town, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:36 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Duke Town is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following instructions:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.