May weather forecastPoço Dantas, Brazil

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Poço Dantas, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 20.1°C (68.2°F) and 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

As May takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. Poço Dantas experiences an average temperature drop to a pleasant 20.1°C (68.2°F) during May nights.

Heat index

For May, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. 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. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Poço Dantas, during May, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of precipitation. In Poço Dantas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.9 days and collects up to 582mm (22.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Poço Dantas, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 17:27. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 17:25 -03.

Sunshine

In Poço Dantas, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. 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: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.