May weather forecastUmudim, Nigeria

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Umudim, Nigeria, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.3°C (90.1°F) and an average low of 23.9°C (75°F).

Temperature

The beginning of May records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.3°C (90.1°F), marking a negligible difference from April's 34°C (93.2°F). In May, Umudim experiences a temperature dip to an average of 23.9°C (75°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index in May is computed to be a burning hot 46°C (114.8°F). Stay on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Ongoing effort can cause heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Umudim, Nigeria, is 82%.

Rainfall

In Umudim, during May, the rain falls for 28.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 145mm (5.71") of precipitation. In Umudim, during the entire year, the rain falls for 283.6 days and collects up to 1467mm (57.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:42 WAT.

Sunshine

In Umudim, Nigeria, the average sunshine in May is 7.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.