May weather forecastTori, Nigeria

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Tori, Nigeria, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.2°C (90°F) and 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

Tori registers an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.2°C (90°F) with the arrival of May, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. May nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is estimated at a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F). Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Tori is 82%.

Rainfall

In Tori, in May, during 28.5 rainfall days, 165mm (6.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 304.4 rainfall days, and 1681mm (66.18") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:47 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.2h.

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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.