May weather forecast
Sode, Togo

By the time May arrives in Sode, Togo, the region is deeply entrenched in the wet season. Humidity, rainfall, and cloud cover all persistently increase throughout the month. Despite these conditions, the hours of sunshine per day remain relatively high. The combination of warm temperatures and heightened humidity can cause discomfort for those unaccustomed to tropical weather. Yet, the onsetting rainy season brings freshness and pleasant relief after scorching summer months.

Temperature

The advent of May reveals an average high-temperature of a still very hot 36.2°C (97.2°F), showing minimal difference from the prior month. Sode encounters an average low-temperature of 25.2°C (77.4°F) during May nights.

Heat index

The heat index value during May is calculated to be a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Beware: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are very likely. Heatstroke is imminent with prolonged activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Sode is 58%.

Rainfall

In Sode, during May, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 640mm (25.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:12 GMT.

Sunshine

In Sode, the average sunshine in May is 11.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sode is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May leads to these instructions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. 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. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.