May weather forecastIdon, Nigeria

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another very hot month in Idon, Nigeria, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.4°C (75.9°F) and 35°C (95°F).

Temperature

May's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still very hot 35°C (95°F), showing a minute difference from April's 37.8°C (100°F). Idon experiences an average temperature drop to a moderately hot 24.4°C (75.9°F) during May nights.

Heat index

During May, the heat index is appraised at a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In Idon, the average relative humidity in May is 59%.

Rainfall

In Idon, in May, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 80mm (3.15") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 129.8 rainfall days, and 607mm (23.9") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Idon, Nigeria, is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:46 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

In Idon, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.