May weather forecastJucurutu, Brazil

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a hot month in Jucurutu, Brazil, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.3°C (72.1°F) and max 32.5°C (90.5°F).

Temperature

The beginning of May records an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.5°C (90.5°F), marking a negligible difference from April's 33.1°C (91.6°F). In Jucurutu, May nights cool down to an average of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

In May, the heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 70%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Jucurutu, during May, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Jucurutu, Brazil, there are 122.6 rainfall days, and 442mm (17.4") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 17:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 17:19 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Jucurutu is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Jucurutu are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. 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. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.