May weather forecastElesin, Nigeria
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Elesin, Nigeria, with an average temperature varying between 31°C (87.8°F) and 26.8°C (80.2°F).Temperature
May's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a still hot 31°C (87.8°F) from April. Elesin maintains an average low-temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F) throughout May's nights.Heat index
In May, the heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.
Humidity
In Elesin, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In Elesin, Nigeria, during May, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 216.6 rainfall days, and 1013mm (39.88") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 26min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:57 WAT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.UV index
January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. 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.
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Average temperature in May
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average high temperature in May: 31°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (32°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.1°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 26.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (27.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.9°C).
Average pressure in May
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average pressure in May: 1011mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average wind speed in May: 12.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (9.9km/h).
Average humidity in May
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average rainfall in May: 60mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (203mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (18mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (8 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average sunshine days in May: 12 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in May
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
