May weather forecast
Defale, Togo

May, the last month of the spring in Defale, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.9°C (93°F) and an average low of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

The transition from April to May sees an average high-temperature of a tropical 33.9°C (93°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. Throughout the month of May, the average temperature dips to a moderately hot 23.3°C (73.9°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index in May is calculated to be a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Heed: Expect heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continued action may cause heatstroke.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Defale, during May, the rain falls for 24.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 93mm (3.66") of precipitation. In Defale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 227.3 days and collects up to 958mm (37.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Defale, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:10 GMT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.2h.

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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.