May weather forecastOhafia, Nigeria

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Ohafia, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.8°C (91°F) and min 24°C (75.2°F).

Temperature

The shift into May records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.8°C (91°F), subtly varied from April's 34.5°C (94.1°F). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 24°C (75.2°F) is experienced.

Heat index

May's heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Caution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Sustained activity could lead to heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In Ohafia, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 24.7 days. Throughout May, 136mm (5.35") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ohafia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 261.7 days and collects up to 1603mm (63.11") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:39 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during May morphs into the following directions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.