May weather forecastArapiraca, Brazil

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Arapiraca, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.8°C (83.8°F) and min 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Temperature

The commencement of May records an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F), barely varying from April's 30.9°C (87.6°F). During May, the average low-temperature in Arapiraca is a pleasant 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Heat index

May's heat index is calculated to be a very hot 35°C (95°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild 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 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation 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 in Arapiraca is 84%.

Rainfall

In Arapiraca, in May, it is raining for 20.3 days, with typically 50mm (1.97") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Arapiraca, there are 194.5 rainfall days, and 384mm (15.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 17:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:12 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 5.9h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 5, May is the month with the lowest UV index in Arapiraca, Brazil. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.