Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (81°F). Highs can soar to 33°C (92°F), while lows may dip to 24°C (75°F). Typically, the humidity level in Port Harcourt throughout May hovers around 82%.
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In May, Port Harcourt averages 284 mm (11.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 28 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 19 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 35 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 14% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Port Harcourt 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 | 8 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||