May weather forecastEffolo, Togo

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another torrid month in Effolo, Togo, with an average temperature varying between 24.6°C (76.3°F) and 35.3°C (95.5°F).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Effolo's average high-temperature at the onset of May, reaching a still very hot 35.3°C (95.5°F) from April's 37.5°C (99.5°F). The average temperature during May nights is registered at a moderately hot 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Heat index

May's average heat index is estimated at a burning hot 46°C (114.8°F). Be wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are highly anticipated. With continued activity, heatstroke is very likely.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. 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.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 61%.

Rainfall

In May, in Effolo, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout May, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.9 rainfall days, and 630mm (24.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Effolo is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:12 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.