May weather forecastOgoja, Nigeria

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Ogoja, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.3°C (77.5°F) and max 33.5°C (92.3°F).

Temperature

Ogoja experiences a transition to a hot 33.5°C (92.3°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of May, not greatly differing from April's 36.4°C (97.5°F). Ogoja observes an average low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) during May.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is calculated to be a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Stay wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Heatstroke can ensue from extended effort.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. 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.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Ogoja is 70%.

Rainfall

In Ogoja, in May, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 80mm (3.15") of accumulated precipitation. In Ogoja, Nigeria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.2 days and collects up to 872mm (34.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:37 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Ogoja is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in May leads to these recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.