May weather forecastParnamirim, Brazil

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Parnamirim, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

May ushers in an average high-temperature of a warm 29.7°C (85.5°F), aligning closely with the preceding month. In Parnamirim, the nighttime temperature averages to 24.5°C (76.1°F) during May.

Heat index

May's average heat index is computed to be a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. 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.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Parnamirim is 79%.

Rainfall

In Parnamirim, Brazil, in May, during 15 rainfall days, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Parnamirim, Brazil, there are 173.2 rainfall days, and 403mm (15.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 51min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 17:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 17:12 -03.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Parnamirim is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in May translates into these instructions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Updated: Feb 2, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Parnamirim, in May, the average high-temperature is 29.7°C (85.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 24.5°C (76.1°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 36°C (96.8°F).

In Parnamirim, Brazil, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

In Parnamirim, in May, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in May in Parnamirim is 11h and 51min.

On the first day of May in Parnamirim, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 17:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 17:12 -03.

In Parnamirim, Brazil, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.9h.

January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Parnamirim, Brazil, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

30.6°C

29.7°C

28.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

17.5km/h

18.9km/h

20.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

11.8

14.3

10.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

41%

43%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in May
Parnamirim, Brazil

Average high temperature in May: 29.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (30.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (28.1°C).

Average low temperature in May: 24.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22.7°C).

Average pressure in May
Parnamirim, Brazil

Average pressure in May: 1012.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1015.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Parnamirim, Brazil

Average wind speed in May: 18km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (24.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (16.6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Parnamirim, Brazil

Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Parnamirim, Brazil

Average rainfall in May: 42mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (7mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Parnamirim, Brazil

Average rainfall days in May: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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

Average daylight in May: 11h and 48min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

Average sunshine in May: 7h and 54min

The months with the most sunshine are March and November (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Parnamirim, Brazil

Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (5.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Parnamirim, Brazil

Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Parnamirim, Brazil

Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Parnamirim, Brazil

Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).