May weather forecastPeritoró, Brazil

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is a tropical month in Peritoró, Brazil, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.3°C (72.1°F) and max 30.2°C (86.4°F).

Temperature

The introduction of May notes a subtle temperature variation to a hot 30.2°C (86.4°F) from April's 29.9°C (85.8°F). In Peritoró, May nights cool down to an average of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is computed to be a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

In Peritoró, the average relative humidity in May is 89%.

Rainfall

In Peritoró, in May, during 26.2 rainfall days, 122mm (4.8") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Peritoró, during the entire year, the rain falls for 247.2 days and collects up to 1281mm (50.43") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:51 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Peritoró is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Peritoró are February through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. 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. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.