May weather forecast
Farnous, French Guiana

May is characterized by the heaviest rainfall observed in Farnous, with it reaching to a yearly highest of 293mm (11.54"). This exceptional volume of rain comes along with continuous cloud coverage, causing a decrease in the number of sunshine hours despite an increase in daylight hours to 12.4 hours. Even though June will see a drop in rainfall, it compensates with an increase in sunshine hours. In May, temperatures constantly flutter between 24.7°C (76.5°F) and 28.6°C (83.5°F). Exceptionally, May registers the highest relative humidity in the city at 86%.

Temperature

In Farnous, May's average high-temperature stands at a still warm 28.6°C (83.5°F), closely related to the preceding month. Farnous marks an average drop to a still warm 24.7°C (76.5°F) during nighttime in May, following the high of the day.

Heat index

For May, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 28.9 days and accumulates 293mm (11.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:39 -03.

Sunshine

In Farnous, French Guiana, the average sunshine in May is 6.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.