May weather forecastIrete, Nigeria

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Irete, Nigeria, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.9°C (75°F) and 32.3°C (90.1°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in May, at a still tropical 32.3°C (90.1°F), reveals a modest deviation from April's 34°C (93.2°F). Irete registers a consistent average low-temperature of 23.9°C (75°F) during May.

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is computed to be a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F). Be cautious: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are predicted. Heatstroke is a possible consequence of continuous physical effort.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. 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.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Irete, Nigeria, in May, it is raining for 28.2 days, with typically 145mm (5.71") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 283.6 rainfall days, and 1467mm (57.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Irete is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of May in Irete, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:42 WAT.

Sunshine

In Irete, the average sunshine in May is 7.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Irete, Nigeria, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. 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. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.