May weather forecast
Gbagidan, Nigeria

May, the last month of the spring in Gbagidan, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.8°C (80.2°F) and an average high of 31°C (87.8°F).

Temperature

Gbagidan marks the onset of May with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), subtly divergent from April's 31.6°C (88.9°F). Gbagidan upholds a consistent average temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F) throughout the nights of May.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is appraised at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout May, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is accumulated. In Gbagidan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 216.6 days and collects up to 1013mm (39.88") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 25min.
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 06:28 and sunset at 18:57 WAT.

Sunshine

In Gbagidan, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in May translates into these instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.