May weather forecastColares, Brazil

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a moderately hot month in Colares, Brazil, with an average temperature varying between 29.5°C (85.1°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature for May is a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. Colares consistently logs a low temperature averaging a still warm 24.5°C (76.1°F) during May, a modest drop from daytime temperatures.

Heat index

During May, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. 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 the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Colares is 86%.

Rainfall

In Colares, in May, during 30.3 rainfall days, 305mm (12.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 315.6 rainfall days, and 2313mm (91.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Colares, Brazil, is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of May in Colares, Brazil, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:13 -03.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Colares, Brazil, are February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.