May weather forecastAraguaína, Brazil

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a hot month in Araguaína, Brazil, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31°C (87.8°F) and 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Temperature

With May's advent, Araguaína sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), subtly shifted from April's 30.5°C (86.9°F). During the month of May, Araguaína's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is computed to be a blistering 40°C (104°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Araguaína, Brazil, in May, it is raining for 19 days, with typically 65mm (2.56") of accumulated precipitation. In Araguaína, during the entire year, the rain falls for 220.5 days and collects up to 1134mm (44.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Araguaína, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:02 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Araguaína is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in May transforms into this advice:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. 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 hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.