May weather forecastKabou, Togo

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Kabou, is another torrid month, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.3°C (95.5°F) and min 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Temperature

Kabou marks the onset of May with an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 35.3°C (95.5°F), a subtle shift from April's 37.5°C (99.5°F). Kabou experiences an average low-temperature reading of 24.6°C (76.3°F) throughout May.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is appraised at a blazing hot 46°C (114.8°F). Mindful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are to be expected. Extended physical effort might result in heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

In Kabou, in May, during 14.8 rainfall days, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.9 rainfall days, and 630mm (24.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Kabou is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:13 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Kabou is 11.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Kabou is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in May translates into these instructions:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. 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. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.