May weather forecastItabuna, Brazil

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Itabuna, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 20.5°C (68.9°F) and 27.8°C (82°F).

Temperature

Itabuna ushers in May with an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.8°C (82°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. Itabuna experiences a mean temperature of 20.5°C (68.9°F) during May nights.

Heat index

The heat index in May is computed to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). If activity and exposure persist, they could induce fatigue, leading to possible heat cramps.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Itabuna, Brazil, is 85%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 19.5 days. Throughout May, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated. In Itabuna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 239.6 days and collects up to 635mm (25") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Itabuna, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:21. On the last day of May, in Itabuna, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:14 -03.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Frequently asked questions

In May, in Itabuna, the average high-temperature is 27.8°C (82°F), and the average low-temperature is 20.5°C (68.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in May is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).

In Itabuna, the average relative humidity in May is 85%.

In Itabuna, Brazil, in May, during 19.5 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In May, the average day length in Itabuna is 11h and 26min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:14 -03.

In Itabuna, the average sunshine duration in May is 6.1h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The months with the lowest UV index in Itabuna are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Itabuna is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Itabuna, Brazil

  • Average high temperature in May: 27.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (25.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 20.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (21.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (18.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Itabuna, Brazil

  • Average pressure in May: 1016mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Itabuna, Brazil

  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (7.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February, March and April (6.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Itabuna, Brazil

  • Average humidity in May: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (81%).

Average rainfall in May
Itabuna, Brazil

  • Average rainfall in May: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (90mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (26mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Itabuna, Brazil

  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (23.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (15.5 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Itabuna, Brazil

  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Itabuna, Brazil

  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (10.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Itabuna, Brazil

  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Itabuna, Brazil

  • Average cloud cover in May: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in May
Itabuna, Brazil

  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (7km).