May weather forecast
Gboko, Nigeria

May, the last month of the spring in Gboko, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.5°C (92.3°F) and an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

The onset of May brings with it an average high-temperature of a tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F), showing a negligible variation from the month before. Gboko reports a consistent average low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) throughout May nights.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Stay on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Ongoing effort can cause heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 70%.

Rainfall

In Gboko, in May, during 17.8 rainfall days, 80mm (3.15") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gboko, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.2 days and collects up to 872mm (34.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Gboko, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:37 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

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 ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following instructions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. 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. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.