Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Onitsha, Nigeria, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 28°C (83°F). Highs can soar to 36°C (96°F), while lows may dip to 24°C (75°F). Typically, the humidity level in Onitsha throughout May hovers around 84%.
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In May, Onitsha averages 128 mm (5.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 20 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 23 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 34 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 21% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Onitsha reaches a maximum of 12, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||