May weather forecast
Shanga, Nigeria

The last month of the spring, May, is another torrid month in Shanga, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.3°C (100.9°F) and min 27.9°C (82.2°F).

Temperature

With the transition into May, Shanga notes an average high-temperature of a sweltering 38.3°C (100.9°F), closely resembling April. Shanga's temperature lowers to a mean of 27.9°C (82.2°F) during the nights in May.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 48°C (118.4°F). Take note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke can occur with prolonged effort.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 48%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout May, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated. In Shanga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.2 days and collects up to 430mm (16.93") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 19:01 WAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

February through May and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 8 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Always use protective measures; unprotected skin might suffer damage in a short span. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.