Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Zaria, Nigeria, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 28°C (83°F). Highs can soar to 37°C (99°F), while lows may dip to 21°C (71°F). Typically, the humidity level in Zaria throughout May hovers around 64%.
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In May, Zaria averages 67 mm (2.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 37 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 3 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 54% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Zaria reaches a maximum of 11, 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 | 11 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 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 | ||||