May weather forecastAquidabã, Brazil

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another warm month in Aquidabã, Brazil, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.6°C (72.7°F) and an average high of 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings an average high-temperature of a warm 29.3°C (84.7°F), closely following the temperature pattern of April. In Aquidabã, in May, the average low-temperature is an agreeable 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In Aquidabã, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.

Rainfall

In May, in Aquidabã, the rain falls for 21.4 days. Throughout May, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is accumulated. In Aquidabã, Brazil, during the entire year, the rain falls for 222.9 days and collects up to 509mm (20.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 17:17. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 17:12 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Aquidabã is 7.3h.

UV index

April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.