May weather forecastDoévi, Togo

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Doévi, Togo, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.6°C (79.9°F) and max 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

Doévi starts May with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F), a minor shift from April's 32.3°C (90.1°F). Doévi's nighttime average temperature in May drops marginally from the daytime highs, settling at a warm 26.6°C (79.9°F).

Heat index

For May, the heat index is calculated to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

In Doévi, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 21.3 days. Throughout May, 68mm (2.68") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 236.4 rainfall days, and 692mm (27.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Doévi, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:06 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.