May weather forecastKaduna, Nigeria

Weather in May

May indicates the full arrival of the rainy season in Kaduna. In comparison to April, the city experiences a remarkable ascend in the amount of precipitation, reaching 80mm (3.15"). Concurrently, the relative humidity and cloud cover also increase due to the growing rainfall. Despite this, the sunlight hours remain high, delivering plenty of natural light.

Temperature

Kaduna's entry into May measures an average high-temperature of a still torrid 35°C (95°F), closely parallel to the preceding month. Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 24.4°C (75.9°F) in May.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is computed to be a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Stay vigilant: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may follow prolonged exertion.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Kaduna is 59%.

Rainfall

In May, in Kaduna, Nigeria, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout May, 80mm (3.15") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kaduna, Nigeria, there are 129.8 rainfall days, and 607mm (23.9") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of May, in Kaduna, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:49 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Kaduna is 9.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.