May weather forecastYankari, Nigeria

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Yankari, is also a fiery hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.5°C (79.7°F) and max 36.4°C (97.5°F).

Temperature

May reveals a small adjustment in temperature, transitioning from an average high of a sweltering 39.4°C (102.9°F) in April to a still very hot 36.4°C (97.5°F). Yankari experiences a mean low-temperature of 26.5°C (79.7°F) during May.

Heat index

For May, the heat index is estimated at a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Remain cautious: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are foreseeable. Ongoing activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. 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 hold particular importance for children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In Yankari, the average relative humidity in May is 52%.

Rainfall

In Yankari, in May, during 9.3 rainfall days, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 100.8 rainfall days, and 439mm (17.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:34 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 11.7h of sunshine.

UV index

In Yankari, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during May morphs into the following directions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.