May weather forecastIrauçuba, Brazil

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a hot month in Irauçuba, Brazil, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23°C (73.4°F) and an average high of 30.6°C (87.1°F).

Temperature

With the advent of May, Irauçuba's high-temperatures adjust to a still tropical 30.6°C (87.1°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Throughout May, a steady low-temperature average of 23°C (73.4°F) is noted.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 82%.

Rainfall

In Irauçuba, in May, it is raining for 25.6 days, with typically 108mm (4.25") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Irauçuba, there are 190 rainfall days, and 800mm (31.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Irauçuba, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:35. On the last day of May, in Irauçuba, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:34 -03.

Sunshine

In Irauçuba, the average sunshine in May is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May leads to these advisories:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.