May weather forecastIlala, Nigeria

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Ilala, Nigeria, with an average temperature varying between 22.9°C (73.2°F) and 33.4°C (92.1°F).

Temperature

The start of May marks an average high-temperature of a tropical 33.4°C (92.1°F), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in April. The mean low-temperature during May nights is a pleasant 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 48°C (118.4°F). Take heed: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Heatstroke is a potential outcome of continuous activity.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Ilala, in May, during 27.1 rainfall days, 96mm (3.78") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 220.9 rainfall days, and 882mm (34.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of May, in Ilala, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:55 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Ilala. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.