May weather forecastPanmadina, Nigeria

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a fiery hot month in Panmadina, Nigeria, with an average temperature varying between 24.8°C (76.6°F) and 36.6°C (97.9°F).

Temperature

The arrival of May sees an average high-temperature of a still very hot 36.6°C (97.9°F), hardly diverging from April's 38.6°C (101.5°F). In Panmadina, the average temperature during the nights of May drops to a warm 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

In May, the heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 45°C (113°F). Take note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke can occur with prolonged effort.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In Panmadina, the average relative humidity in May is 51%.

Rainfall

In Panmadina, Nigeria, during May, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 52mm (2.05") of precipitation. In Panmadina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.9 days and collects up to 611mm (24.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Panmadina, Nigeria, is 12h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of May, in Panmadina, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:48 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in May transforms into this advice:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.