May weather forecast
Badou, Togo

May's weather in Badou is a continuation of the preceding rainy tendencies. The humidity escalates further, reaching 73%, along with decreasing temperature highs. Precipitation peaks with 93mm (3.66") dropping over 24.1 days. Despite this rainy scenario, there are still decent amounts of daylight and sunshine. Slightly slower winds are manifest, dropping the cooling effect.

Temperature

The arrival of May brings an average high-temperature of a hot 33.9°C (93°F), closely following the temperature pattern of April. Badou reports an average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F) during the nights of May.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 48°C (118.4°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
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 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. 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. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Badou, in May, it is raining for 24.1 days, with typically 93mm (3.66") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 227.3 rainfall days, and 958mm (37.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Badou is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:11 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May 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 average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.