May weather forecast
Sapotille, French Guiana

May, the last month of the spring in Sapotille, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.3°C (73.9°F) and an average high of 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

In the transition from April to May, Sapotille reports an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. Throughout the month of May, Sapotille observes an average nighttime temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is appraised at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Sapotille, French Guiana, is 86%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Sapotille is May, when the rain falls for 28 days and typically aggregates up to 137mm (5.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Sapotille is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:44 -03.

Sunshine

In Sapotille, the average sunshine in May is 5.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sapotille, French Guiana, are January through June 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 rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.