May weather forecastOkwuohia, Nigeria
May weather forecast for Okwuohia, Nigeria: Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit degrees. The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air.
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Okwuohia, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.6°C (90.7°F) and 23.8°C (74.8°F).Temperature
Okwuohia, Nigeria, experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still tropical 32.6°C (90.7°F) with the onset of May, maintaining near parity with April's 34.3°C (93.7°F). May generally records an average low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F).Heat index
The heat index value for May is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Heed: Expect heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continued action may cause heatstroke.Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In Okwuohia, in May, during 25.1 rainfall days, 149mm (5.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 267.9 rainfall days, and 1649mm (64.92") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 23min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:41 WAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 7.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Average temperature in May
Okwuohia, Nigeria
- Average high temperature in May: 32.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (36.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (28.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 23.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22.2°C).
Average pressure in May
Okwuohia, Nigeria
- Average pressure in May: 1011.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.5mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Okwuohia, Nigeria
- Average wind speed in May: 5.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (6.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Okwuohia, Nigeria
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July and September (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (55%).
Average rainfall in May
Okwuohia, Nigeria
- Average rainfall in May: 149mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (273mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (12mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Okwuohia, Nigeria
- Average rainfall days in May: 25.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (7.6 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Okwuohia, Nigeria
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Okwuohia, Nigeria
- Average sunshine days in May: 4.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Okwuohia, Nigeria
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Okwuohia, Nigeria
- Average cloud cover in May: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in May
Okwuohia, Nigeria
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and September (6km).
