May weather forecast
Tandjouare, Togo

In May, Tandjouaré experiences its full immersion in the wet season, with the city often under the churn of dark clouds. An essential drop in sunshine hours comes along with a rise in humidity and incidence of rain. Relative to April, this month exhibits a notable increase in the average number of wet days and rainfall volume. A significant fact is that May records the highest rainfall of 48mm (1.89"), making it the wettest month of the year. The last days of May predict a continuance of such weather trends into the coming month.

Temperature

As May unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a very hot 38.9°C (102°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. In Tandjouare, the expected average low-temperature for May is a warm 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is computed to be a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. With ongoing exertion, heatstroke becomes a possibility.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
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. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. 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 particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Tandjouare is 44%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout May, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated. In Tandjouare, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.3 days and collects up to 417mm (16.42") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of May in Tandjouare, Togo, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:18 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.8h.

UV index

February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Tandjouare. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 8 suggests this advice:
Take extra precautions. Fair-skinned individuals may get burned in less than 10 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.