May weather forecastFerrugem, Brazil

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a hot month in Ferrugem, Brazil, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.4°C (70.5°F) and an average high of 30.4°C (86.7°F).

Temperature

May's presence marks an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F), subtly varied from April's 30.3°C (86.5°F). Ferrugem, during May, witnesses an average low-temperature of 21.4°C (70.5°F).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. 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 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Ferrugem, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 44mm (1.73") of accumulated precipitation. In Ferrugem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 198 days and collects up to 907mm (35.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ferrugem, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 17:51 -03.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.3h of sunshine, May has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

February through May and December, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.