May weather forecast
Numan, Nigeria

The last month of the spring, May, is another very hot month in Numan, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.2°C (81°F) and max 37°C (98.6°F).

Temperature

Start of May brings a slight shift in the average high-temperature, dipping a bit from April's blisteringly hot 40.6°C (105.1°F) to a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). May sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 27.2°C (81°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is computed to be a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke can follow with prolonged activity.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 52%.

Rainfall

In Numan, in May, during 16.1 rainfall days, 78mm (3.07") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Numan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.6 days and collects up to 617mm (24.29") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Numan, Nigeria, is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:28 WAT.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year in Numan, with an average of 11.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Numan are February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 8 in May translates into this advice:
Without constant care, eyes and skin might suffer damage in a short time. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.