May weather forecastItatuba, Brazil

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Itatuba, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and an average low of 20°C (68°F).

Temperature

Itatuba's average high-temperature marks a still moderately hot 28.6°C (83.5°F) with the advent of May, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. Itatuba experiences an average nighttime temperature of 20°C (68°F) in the month of May.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 35°C (95°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

May through July, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months in Itatuba, Brazil.

Rainfall

In Itatuba, during May, the rain falls for 21 days and regularly aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 212.6 rainfall days, and 486mm (19.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Itatuba, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 17:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 17:11 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Itatuba is 5.8h.

UV index

January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Itatuba. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.