May weather forecastAketa, Togo

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another torrid month in Aketa, Togo, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.4°C (74.1°F) and an average high of 35°C (95°F).

Temperature

The commencement of May brings an average high-temperature of a still torrid 35°C (95°F), marking an inconsequential divergence from April. Aketa's nighttime temperature in May falls to an average of 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Heat index

May's heat index is calculated to be a burning hot 49°C (120.2°F). Be prepared: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Continued activity may lead to heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important 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.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Aketa is 67%.

Rainfall

In Aketa, during May, the rain falls for 20.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 78mm (3.07") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 180.8 rainfall days, and 831mm (32.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Aketa, Togo, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:12 GMT.

Sunshine

In Aketa, the average sunshine in May is 11.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in May leads to these guidelines:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. 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. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.