May weather forecast
Igbin, Nigeria

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Igbin, Nigeria, with an average temperature varying between 24.8°C (76.6°F) and 33.7°C (92.7°F).

Temperature

The onset of May notes an average high-temperature of a hot 33.7°C (92.7°F), subtly shifted from April's 35.1°C (95.2°F). The average low-temperature during May nights is a warm 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for May is calculated to be a burning hot 49°C (120.2°F). Caution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Sustained activity could lead to heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Igbin, Nigeria, in May, during 22.4 rainfall days, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Igbin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 242.8 days and collects up to 893mm (35.16") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of May in Igbin, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 19:00 WAT.

Sunshine

In Igbin, Nigeria, the average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.