Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
May
Weather in May
Temperature
May records an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 35.3°C (95.5°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. During May, Gwagwalada sees a mean low-temperature of 24.7°C (76.5°F).Heat index
May's mean heat index is estimated at a blazing hot 49°C (120.2°F). Notice: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued strenuous activity might lead to heatstroke.Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 65%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 16.9 days. Throughout May, 123mm (4.84") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gwagwalada, Nigeria, there are 147.3 rainfall days, and 806mm (31.73") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Gwagwalada is 12h and 32min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:47 WAT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.2h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index 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 maximum high UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot does it get in Gwagwalada in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Gwagwalada?
How many days does it rain in May in Gwagwalada?
What is the average length of the day in May in Gwagwalada?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Gwagwalada?
How long on average sun shines in May in Gwagwalada?
How high is the UV index in May in Gwagwalada?
Average temperature in May
Gwagwalada, Nigeria
- Average high temperature in May: 35.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.4°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 24.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°C).
Average pressure in May
Gwagwalada, Nigeria
- Average pressure in May: 1010.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1008.6mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Gwagwalada, Nigeria
- Average wind speed in May: 6.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.8km/h).
Average humidity in May
Gwagwalada, Nigeria
- Average humidity in May: 65%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (21%).
Average rainfall in May
Gwagwalada, Nigeria
- Average rainfall in May: 123mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (194mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Gwagwalada, Nigeria
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gwagwalada, Nigeria
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min
The months with the most sunshine are January, February, November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Gwagwalada, Nigeria
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Gwagwalada, Nigeria
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are February, March and April (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Gwagwalada, Nigeria
- Average cloud cover in May: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 2).
Average visibility in May
Gwagwalada, Nigeria
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (7km).
