May weather forecast
Mafa, Nigeria

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Mafa, is also a blistering month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.9°C (85.8°F) and an average high of 41.7°C (107.1°F).

Temperature

With the onset of May, the average high-temperature registers at a still extremely hot 41.7°C (107.1°F), subtly different from April's 42.2°C (108°F). In May, Mafa experiences a temperature dip to an average of 29.9°C (85.8°F) at night.

Humidity

In Mafa, the average relative humidity in May is 28%.

Rainfall

In Mafa, during May, the rain falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 67.8 rainfall days, and 221mm (8.7") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mafa, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:26 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 12.1h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Mafa, Nigeria, is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 8 translates into these guidelines:
Be sure to take precautions. Without protection, skin might suffer damage quickly. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in May?
In May, in Mafa, the average high-temperature is 41.7°C (107.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 29.9°C (85.8°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In Mafa, the average relative humidity in May is 28%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In Mafa, in May, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 11mm (0.43") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in May?
The average day length in May is 12h and 41min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:26 WAT.
What month has the most sunshine?
The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Mafa have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May in Mafa is 12.1h.
What is the UV index reading in May?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average temperature in May - Mafa, Nigeria
Average temperature in May
Mafa, Nigeria
  • Average high temperature in May: 41.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (42.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 29.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.9°C).

Average pressure in May - Mafa, Nigeria
Average pressure in May
Mafa, Nigeria
  • Average pressure in May: 1007.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1006.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Mafa, Nigeria
Average wind speed in May
Mafa, Nigeria
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9km/h).

Average humidity in May - Mafa, Nigeria
Average humidity in May
Mafa, Nigeria
  • Average humidity in May: 28%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (14%).

Average rainfall in May - Mafa, Nigeria
Average rainfall in May
Mafa, Nigeria
  • Average rainfall in May: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (106mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Mafa, Nigeria
Average rainfall days in May
Mafa, Nigeria
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mafa, Nigeria
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mafa, Nigeria
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 12h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May - Mafa, Nigeria
Average sunshine days in May
Mafa, Nigeria
  • Average sunshine days in May: 25 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May - Mafa, Nigeria
Average UV index in May
Mafa, Nigeria
  • Average UV index in May: 8

The month with the highest UV index is April (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May - Mafa, Nigeria
Average cloud cover in May
Mafa, Nigeria
  • Average cloud cover in May: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in May - Mafa, Nigeria
Average visibility in May
Mafa, Nigeria
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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